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Chapter 2: Common Abbreviations in Prescriptions
Abbreviation; Meaning; & Latin Term
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Undergraduate 2
06/13/2014

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Inhalation
Definition
Vapor or Gas is Inhaled through the Nose or Mouth and Absorbed into the Bloodstream through the Lungs
Term
Oral
Definition
drug is taken by mouth and is absorbed into the bloodstream through the Stomach or Small Intestine (may also be called enteral administration)
Term
Parenteral
Definition
drug is administered by injection using a needle and syringe or a needle and intravenous (IV) tubing
Types of Parenteral Injections:
Intradermal; Intramuscular (IM); Intravenous (IV); Subcutaneous (SQ)
Where Injected (in same order as above):
within the layers of the skin; into a muscle; into a vein; beneath the skin
Term
Rectal
Definition
Drug is in the form of a Suppository or Liquid and is Inserted into the Rectum
Term
Sublingual
Definition
Drug is Placed Under the Tongue and is Absorbed into the blood vessels there
Term
Topical
Definition
Drug is applied to a Particular Area for Local Action (generally lotions, ointments, and eye or ear drops)
Term
Transdermal
Definition
Drug is absorbed into the bloodstream through the Skin by means of a Controlled Release Patch
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