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Which imaging procedure evaluates airflow and blood flow in the lungs to detect a blood clot?
Which imaging procedure evaluates airflow and blood flow in the lungs to detect a blood clot?
Ventilation-perfusion scan
Pulmonary function studies are imaging procedures associated with the diagnosis of lung malignancies.
Pulmonary function studies are imaging procedures associated with the diagnosis of lung malignancies.
False (B)
What does the CF spir/o mean?
What does the CF spir/o mean?
Breathe
Which laboratory test measures dissolved O2 and CO2 in arteries?
Which laboratory test measures dissolved O2 and CO2 in arteries?
What does Atel/o mean?
What does Atel/o mean?
Which procedure helps evaluate the ability of the lungs to take in and expel air?
Which procedure helps evaluate the ability of the lungs to take in and expel air?
A surgical opening in the neck for insertion of a breathing tube is called?
A surgical opening in the neck for insertion of a breathing tube is called?
Use -capnia to build a word that means excessive, above-normal carbon dioxide.
Use -capnia to build a word that means excessive, above-normal carbon dioxide.
A high pitched, harsh adventitious breath sound caused by spasm and swelling of the larynx or an obstruction in the upper airway is called?
A high pitched, harsh adventitious breath sound caused by spasm and swelling of the larynx or an obstruction in the upper airway is called?
The structure that covers the larynx is called the?
The structure that covers the larynx is called the?
What do Pneum/o or pneumon/o mean?
What do Pneum/o or pneumon/o mean?
The inability of alveoli to contract because of a loss of alveolar elasticity is a characteristic of?
The inability of alveoli to contract because of a loss of alveolar elasticity is a characteristic of?
The space in the chest between the lungs is called?
The space in the chest between the lungs is called?
Visual examination of the heart, trachea, esophagus, bronchus, and thymus is called?
Visual examination of the heart, trachea, esophagus, bronchus, and thymus is called?
Where are the adenoids located?
Where are the adenoids located?
Which procedure is a surgical puncture of the pleural cavity?
Which procedure is a surgical puncture of the pleural cavity?
Oximetry measures the amount of O2 in blood using a device placed on a finger or earlobe.
Oximetry measures the amount of O2 in blood using a device placed on a finger or earlobe.
Which is a tradesman test used to determine tuberculin sensitivity?
Which is a tradesman test used to determine tuberculin sensitivity?
What does -capnia mean?
What does -capnia mean?
Reye syndrome is associated with?
Reye syndrome is associated with?
Which is an abnormal respiratory sound heard on auscultation?
Which is an abnormal respiratory sound heard on auscultation?
What does -ptysis mean?
What does -ptysis mean?
What does Eu- mean?
What does Eu- mean?
Which imaging test combines computed tomography and angiography to produce images of pulmonary arteries?
Which imaging test combines computed tomography and angiography to produce images of pulmonary arteries?
Polysomnography tests whether a patient has a tendency to sleepwalk.
Polysomnography tests whether a patient has a tendency to sleepwalk.
What does Tachy- mean?
What does Tachy- mean?
The lining of the thoracic cavity is called the?
The lining of the thoracic cavity is called the?
Which is an occupational disorder commonly caused by inhaling dust particles?
Which is an occupational disorder commonly caused by inhaling dust particles?
What does Cyan/o mean?
What does Cyan/o mean?
Pulmonary ventilation is more commonly called?
Pulmonary ventilation is more commonly called?
Postural drainage involves positioning a patient so gravity aids in the discharge of secretions from the bronchi.
Postural drainage involves positioning a patient so gravity aids in the discharge of secretions from the bronchi.
Gently tapping the chest with the fingers to determine the position, size and consistency of the underlying structures is called?
Gently tapping the chest with the fingers to determine the position, size and consistency of the underlying structures is called?
Which is a method to deliver medication directly to the lungs?
Which is a method to deliver medication directly to the lungs?
Which type of influenza is associated with worldwide epidemic?
Which type of influenza is associated with worldwide epidemic?
-ptysis to build a word meaning spitting blood.
-ptysis to build a word meaning spitting blood.
What does Thorac/o mean?
What does Thorac/o mean?
Paralysis of the larynx is called?
Paralysis of the larynx is called?
Discharge from the nose is referred to as?
Discharge from the nose is referred to as?
Rapid breathing is defined as?
Rapid breathing is defined as?
Which lab test identifies the disease causing organism of the lower respiratory tract?
Which lab test identifies the disease causing organism of the lower respiratory tract?
Which test assesses the ability of the lungs to take in and expel air and evaluates gas exchanges across the alveolocapillary membrane?
Which test assesses the ability of the lungs to take in and expel air and evaluates gas exchanges across the alveolocapillary membrane?
Epistaxis means?
Epistaxis means?
The disease that produces focal lesions encased in small pockets called granulomas is?
The disease that produces focal lesions encased in small pockets called granulomas is?
Study Notes
Imaging Procedures and Tests
- Imaging procedures to evaluate airflow and blood flow in the lungs include tests for detecting blood clots.
- Pulmonary function studies help diagnose lung malignancies.
- Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) test measures dissolved O2 and CO2 in arteries.
- Computed Tomography Pulmonary Angiography (CTPA) combines angiography with CT to visualize pulmonary arteries.
Medical Terminology
- spir/o refers to breathe.
- Atel/o means incomplete.
- Pneum/o or pneumon/o translates to air or lung.
- -capnia is a suffix related to CO2 levels, influencing the term hypercapnia for excessive carbon dioxide.
Respiratory Conditions and Symptoms
- Emphysema is characterized by the inability of alveoli to contract due to loss of elasticity.
- Stridor is a high-pitched breath sound resulting from laryngeal spasms or obstructions.
- Cyanosis indicates a bluish color of tissues due to reduced oxygen levels.
Procedures and Techniques
- Spirometry evaluates lung's capacity to intake and expel air.
- Endotracheal Intubation involves creating a surgical opening in the neck for breathing tube insertion.
- Thoracocentesis is a surgical puncture to access the pleural cavity.
- Aerosol therapy is a method for delivering medication directly to the lungs.
Diagnostic Evaluations
- Mantoux test is used to determine tuberculin sensitivity.
- Polysomnography assesses sleep disorders, including sleepwalking tendencies.
- Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) measure lung capacity and gas exchange efficiency.
Respiratory Sounds and Signs
- Crackle/rale refers to an abnormal respiratory sound during auscultation.
- Epistaxis means nasal hemorrhage or a nosebleed.
- Hemoptysis indicates spitting blood associated with respiratory conditions.
Anatomy and Locations
- Mediastinum is the space in the chest between the lungs containing heart and major vessels.
- The parietal pleura is the lining of the thoracic cavity.
- Adenoids are located within the nasopharynx.
Physiology Terms
- Tachypnea describes rapid breathing.
- Postural drainage positions patients for better secretions discharge from bronchi.
- Percussion involves tapping the chest to assess underlying structures.
Health Conditions
- Reye syndrome is associated with aspirin use during viral infections.
- Pneumoconiosis is an occupational disorder typically caused by inhaling dust particles.
- Granulomas are small pockets forming focal lesions, often seen in specific diseases.
Other Relevant Terms
- Laryngoplegia refers to paralysis of the larynx.
- Rhinorrhea indicates discharge from the nose.
- Type A influenza is associated with worldwide epidemics.
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Test your knowledge on medical terminology related to pulmonary functions and imaging procedures for the lungs. This quiz includes essential vocabulary and concepts about lung diagnostics and definitions. Perfect for anyone studying medical terminology in Chapter 7.
