Medical Diagnostic Terms Quiz

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What does the word root 'hepat' refer to?

Heart

Bone

Liver (correct)

Stomach

Which of the following terms involves the respiratory system?

Hepatomegaly

Carditis

Gastroenterology

Intubation (correct)

What is the purpose of a urinalysis (U/A)?

To assist in breathing

To measure oxygen saturation in the blood

To identify a range of disorders or diseases (correct)

To view inside the body

Which of these is a combining form?

Hepat/o Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'gastroenterology' refer to?

Study of the digestive system Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure involves drawing blood from a vein?

Venipuncture Signup and view all the answers

What body system is involved with cardiovascular terms?

Blood and blood forming organs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding combining forms?

Combining forms facilitate easier pronunciation. Signup and view all the answers

What does the suffix '-ectomy' refer to in medical terminology?

Surgical removal Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the term 'hemorrhage'?

Bursting forth of blood Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms refers to an instrument used for examining the bladder?

Cystoscope Signup and view all the answers

The prefix 'hema-' relates to what bodily component?

Blood Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'anemia'?

Insufficient red blood cells Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'dysphagia' indicate?

Difficulty in swallowing Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of '-plasia' in medical terminology?

Formation or molding Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used to describe inflammation of the pericardium?

Pericarditis Signup and view all the answers

Which of these treatments is referred to by the term 'hysteropexy'?

Surgical fixation of the uterus Signup and view all the answers

What does the suffix '-itis' signify in a medical condition?

Inflammation Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'dyspnea' indicate?

Difficult or painful breathing Signup and view all the answers

What does 'bronchial asthma' primarily involve?

Spasm and narrowing of bronchial tubes Signup and view all the answers

Which medical specialist focuses on lung diseases?

Pulmonologist Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of thoracocentesis?

To aspirate fluid from the pleural cavity Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the bluish discoloration of the skin due to lack of oxygen?

Cyanosis Signup and view all the answers

What does a bronchodilator do?

Expands the opening of the air passages Signup and view all the answers

What condition is characterized by the inflammation and infection of the alveoli?

Pneumonia Signup and view all the answers

In which surgical procedure is a incision made into the trachea?

Tracheotomy Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Functions and Tools

Liver function tests identify potential liver diseases.
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) utilizes a large magnet and radio waves for internal body imaging.
Intubation involves inserting an endotracheal tube to aid patient breathing.
Pulse measures arterial pulsation.
Pulse Oximetry (Pulse/ox) assesses blood oxygen saturation.
Ultrasound employs high-frequency sound waves for diagnostic imaging.
Urinalysis (U/A) detects various disorders through urine tests.
Venipuncture is the process of drawing blood from a vein.

Medical Terminology Overview

Medical terminology is a specialized language facilitating clear communication in healthcare.
Key course objectives include studying the roots of medical terms from Latin and Greek, ensuring correct pronunciation, spelling, and understanding of related body systems.

Body Systems

Major body systems include:
- Integumentary
- Locomotive
- Nervous (central, autonomic, eye)
- Cardiovascular
- Endocrine
- Respiratory
- Digestive
- Urinary
- Reproductive
- Blood and blood-forming organs

Components of Medical Terms

Word Root: Fundamental part of a word reflecting a body part or general meaning.
Combining Form: Combines a root with a combining vowel for easier pronunciation.

Common Medical Terms

Anoxia: Absence of oxygen to tissues.
Hypoxia: Reduced oxygen in body tissues.
Hemoptysis: Coughing up blood.
Epistaxis: Nosebleed.
Cyanosis: Bluish skin due to oxygen deficiency.
Apnea: Absence of breathing.
Tachypnea: Rapid breathing.
Orthopnea: Breathing difficulty while lying flat.

Respiratory System Malfunctions

Bronchial asthma: Narrowing of bronchial tubes causing obstruction.
Pneumonia: Lung inflammation and infection, fluid accumulation in alveoli.
Pleuritis: Inflammation of the pleura.
Pneumothorax: Presence of air in the pleural cavity affecting breathing.
Emphysema: Loss of elasticity in air sacs, leading to shortness of breath.

Medical Specialists

Otorhinologist: Specializes in ear and nose diseases.
Pulmonologist: Focuses on lung diseases.

Diagnostic Procedures

Thoracic percussion assesses lung density (dull vs. resonant sounds).
Thoracocentesis involves needle aspiration from the pleural cavity.
Laryngoscopy and bronchoscopy allow visual inspection of the airway.
Spirometry measures lung function using specialized equipment.

Drug Classifications

Expectorant: Helps expel mucus.
Antitussive: Suppresses cough reflex.
Mucolytic: Breaks down mucus.
Bronchodilator: Expands air passage openings.

Surgical Procedures and Terminology

Tracheotomy: Incision into the trachea.
-ectomy: Surgical removal (e.g., tonsillectomy).
-emia: Blood condition (e.g., ischemia).
-itis: Inflammation (e.g., pericarditis).
-plasia: Cell formation (e.g., hyperplasia).

Important Abbreviations

CPR: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
DOA: Dead on arrival.
ECG/EKG: Electrocardiogram.
OOB: Out of bed.
peds: Pediatrics.

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Test your knowledge of various medical diagnostic terms and procedures, including liver function tests, MRI, intubation, pulse measurements, and more. This quiz will help you understand the essential terminology used in medical practices and diagnostics.