CNA Abbreviations Guide | 100+ Verified Terms | Medical, Nursing, Lab, Daily Care Short Forms – 2026

This CNA Abbreviations Guide (2026 edition) offers a comprehensive, expert-verified list of 100+ essential medical abbreviations used in Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training, exams, and clinical practice. Each abbreviation is clearly defined, making this resource ideal for both students and professionals seeking fast, accurate reference during test prep or on-the-job care. Key categories covered: Vital Signs & Body Measurements: B/P (blood pressure), BPM (beats per minute), TPR (temperature, pulse, respiration), wt (weight), ht (height), mm Hg (millimeters of mercury) Daily Care & Mobility: ADL’s (activities of daily living), amb (ambulate), BRP (bathroom privileges), OOB (out of bed), ROM (range of motion), w/c (wheelchair) Medical Conditions & Procedures: CHF (congestive heart failure), CVA (cerebrovascular accident), COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), DNR (do not resuscitate), UTI (urinary tract infection), TB (tuberculosis), MRSA Lab & Fluids: Cath. (catheter), spec. (specimen), I&O (intake and output), FF (force fluids), NPO (nothing by mouth), oz (ounce), mL (milliliter), h2o (water) Abbreviated Timing & Frequency: BID (twice a day), TID (three times a day), q2h/q3h/q4h (every 2/3/4 hours), p.r.n. (when necessary), stat. (immediately), HS (hours of sleep) Infection Control & Safety: PPE (personal protective equipment), isol (isolation), OBRA (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act), HBV (hepatitis B virus), NKA (no known allergies) Other Common Terms: ax (axillary), ap (apical), s (without), c (with), p (after), dx (diagnosis), DOB (date of birth), DON (director of nursing), peri care (perineal care), O2 (oxygen) Best suited for: CNA students preparing for certification exams Nursing, pre-nursing, and allied health students learning clinical terminology New CNAs or healthcare support staff needing a quick reference guide Use in clinical settings, training programs, or skills labs The content is presented in a clean, alphabetically organized Q&A format for quick recall and memorization, making it highly functional for flashcard creation or last-minute review. Keywords: CNA abbreviations, nursing terms, medical short forms, clinical vocabulary, charting abbreviations, ADLs, vital signs abbreviations, CNA exam prep, lab terms, infection control, patient care, healthcare acronyms