Question

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

intramuscular
sublingual
rectal
oral

Explanation:

Identify the medical abbreviation

Using the Routes of Administration knowledge point
The abbreviation "PO" is derived from the Latin phrase per os, which translates directly to "by mouth" or "orally."

Evaluate the given options

Using the Routes of Administration knowledge point

• Intramuscular (IM): Injection into a muscle.
• Sublingual (SL): Placement under the tongue.
• Rectal (PR): Administration via the rectum.
• Oral (PO): Administration by mouth.

Answer:

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