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General Knowledge 10/30/19

What does A.C. mean when written by a doctor as a part of instructions to a nurse?

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Retry Correct Incorrect A.C. stands for “ante cibum,” which is a Latin phrase that means “before meals.” It’s usually used on prescriptions to indicate that it should be taken before the patient eats.
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What does A.C. mean when written by a doctor as a part of instructions to a nurse?

  • Maintain a watchful eye
  • After bed
  • Before meals
  • Keep patient cool
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