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Imaginary straight-line divisions of the body are called?
planes
In the lateral recumbent position, the patient is lying?
on the right or left side
What is considered a high-risk situation in which the EMT should be cautious about the use of abbreviations and acronyms?
During a patient hand-off report
Which of the following is TRUE about medical terminology?
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When talking to a patient or family members, what does the EMT need to remember to do?
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When a patient is found lying on the stomach, face down, this is referred to as?
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The transverse plane divides the body into what two halves?
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The word part brady- in bradycardia is considered what part of a medical term?
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Study of the function of the living body and its parts, or how the body works, is called?
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A patient would see a cardiologist for a problem with?
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If your patient is lying faceup on the back, the patient is said to be in what position?
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Which of the following is a best practice for an EMT?
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An EMT uses the abbreviation CPAP when speaking to another EMT. This is an appropriate use of an abbreviation because?
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Which of the following statements BEST uses the term distal?
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The study of the body's structures is referred to as?
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What is the MOST important reason EMTs should have a good grasp of the proper use of medical terminology?
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If you meet someone who is a cardiologist, you know from -ist that this person is a?
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Your patient has bilateral femur fractures. This means?
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Study Notes
Body Divisions and Positions
- Planes refer to imaginary straight-line divisions of the body.
- Lateral recumbent position involves lying on either the right or left side.
- Supine position is when a patient lies face up on their back.
- Prone position describes a patient lying face down.
Medical Terminology and Communication
- EMTs are expected to know basic medical terminology.
- During a patient hand-off report, caution is advised regarding abbreviations and acronyms.
- EMTs should speak in lay terms about a patient's condition to patients and families.
- Best practice for an EMT is to simplify complex medical terminology when communicating.
Anatomical Terms and Concepts
- Transverse plane divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) halves.
- The prefix "brady-" in bradycardia indicates a slow heart rate.
- Distal is used to describe a position further from the trunk; for example, the ankle is distal to the hip.
- The study of body structures is known as anatomy, while physiology focuses on how the body functions.
Specialties and Abbreviations
- A cardiologist is a specialist focused on heart-related issues.
- CPAP is an appropriate abbreviation for EMT communication, as it is commonly understood among professionals.
- Bilateral femur fractures mean both femurs are fractured, highlighting the importance of understanding terms related to injuries.
Importance of Medical Terminology
- A solid grasp of medical terminology enhances communication clarity among healthcare providers, improving patient care outcomes.
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