Medical must memorize abbreviations are abbreviated terms that are commonly used in the field of medicine
1. Common Disease Abbreviations
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease): a chronic lung disease that includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
MI (myocardial infarction): a disease in which the blood supply to the heart muscle is interrupted resulting in necrosis of the heart muscle tissue.
HTN (Hypertension): a condition in which blood pressure is continuously elevated above the normal range.
DM (diabetes mellitus): a disease caused by insufficient insulin production or poor cellular response to insulin.
CAD (Coronary Artery Disease): a disease of the heart caused by insufficient blood supply to the coronary arteries.
2. Medical Screening Abbreviations
ECG (electrocardiogram): a graphic representation of the recorded electrical activity of the heart.
MRI (Magnetic **** Vibration Imaging): the use of magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of body parts.
CT (computed tomography): constructs detailed images of body parts from multiple X-ray images.
CBC (complete blood count): measures the number and characteristics of various cells in the blood.
LFT (Liver Function Test): A series of blood tests to assess liver function and health.
3. Drug Abbreviations
NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs): a class of medications used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and reduce fever.
ACEIs (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors): drugs used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
SSRI (selective 5-hydroxytryptamine reuptake inhibitor): drugs used to treat depression and anxiety.
NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs): a class of drugs used for pain relief, anti-inflammatory and fever reduction.
PPIs (proton pump inhibitors): drugs used to treat hyperacidity and stomach ulcers.
4. Medical specialty abbreviations
MD (Medical Doctor): a degree in a medical specialty, indicating a physician.
RN (Registered Nurse): a nurse who has passed a professional examination to register.
PT (Physical Therapist): a professional who has passed a professional examination to qualify as a physical therapist.
OT (Occupational Therapist): a professional qualified in occupational therapy through a professional examination.
PA (Physician Assistant): A professional who provides medical services under the supervision of a physician.
5. Other Common Abbreviations
ICU (Intensive Care Unit): a special ward that provides monitoring and treatment of critically ill patients.
CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation): an emergency treatment used to restore heart and respiratory function.
NPO (fasting): Latin acronym for "Nil per os", which means no oral food or fluids.
Rx: Abbreviation of the Latin word "Recipe", which stands for a doctor's prescription for medication.
BMI (Body Mass Index): A health indicator based on height and weight.
These are common abbreviations in the medical field that medical practitioners need to be familiar with and understand in order to communicate better.