Question

a pharmacy technician is filling a prescription that includes the abbreviation po. which of the following routes is indicated by this abbreviation?

rectal
oral
sublingual
intramuscular

Explanation:

Identify the abbreviation meaning

Using the Medical Abbreviations and Routes of Administration knowledge points

• The abbreviation "PO" originates from the Latin phrase per os, which translates directly to "by mouth" or "orally."
• Therefore, the route of administration indicated by "PO" is oral.

Answer:

• Rectal
• Oral (Correct answer)
• Sublingual
• Intramuscular