CD - Controlled-dose
CR - controlled release
CRT - Controlled-release tablet
LA - Long-acting
SA - sustained-action
SR - Sustained-release
TR - timed release
TD - Time-delay
XL or XR - Extended release
QD - once daily
QID - four times a day
HS - Bed time or half strength
DC - discharge or discontinue
AC - before meal
PC - after meal
Assessment - Collect status and history
Check vital signs
Administer laboratory results
Indication for the medication
Identify potential health problems
Determine whether the medication and it's prescribe md dosage are appropriate
Planning - Calculate and measure doses precisely