Question

Match the medical order terms with their definitions.

Answer 1

Answer:

1. no known allergies (NKA).

2. out of bed (OOB).

3. no added salt (NAS).

4. medical orders.

5. nothing by mouth (NPO).

Explanation:

1. no known allergies (NKA): Describes a patient who has no recorded or known allergies.

2. out of bed (OOB): Indicates that the patient should get out of bed for a particular activity.

3. no added salt (NAS): Indicates that a patient should not be given additional salt at meals.

4. medical orders: Instructions to medical staff

5. nothing by mouth (NPO): Does not allow the patient to ingest any substances orally.