Which of the following abbreviations means "drop"?
a. gtt c. aa
b. O.D. d. p.o.
ANS: A
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A Correct: This is the approved abbreviation for drop.
B Incorrect: This is the abbreviation for right eye.
C Incorrect: This is the abbreviation for of each.
D Incorrect: This is the abbreviation for per os, or by mouth.
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