(prep)

[Abbr. of prepare or preparation]

1. To prepare (a patient) for a medical or surgical procedure.
2. Preparation of a patient for a medical or surgical procedure.
SEE: preoperative care

bowel prep

The administration of a clear liquid diet with laxatives, enemas, or both, in anticipation of endoscopy of the lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract. It is used to provide an optimal view of the bowel wall and to remove GI contents before some bowel surgeries.

touch prep

SEE: preparation