Which option is the correct abbreviation for bowel movement?

• A. Abd
• B. BM
• C. GI cocktail
• D. BRB

Answer: (B)

This question tests knowledge of standard medical abbreviations for documenting bowel function. The correct shorthand for a bowel movement is BM, a widely used symbol in charting to indicate that a patient has had a stool. Other terms point to different things: Abd means abdomen, not the act of defecation; GI cocktail is a treatment used for GI symptoms rather than a shorthand for stool; BRB isn’t a standard medical abbreviation for bowel movements. Using BM in notes helps maintain clarity and consistency in the patient record.