12 Questions
What is the medical term for the removal of dirt, foreign objects, damaged tissue, and cellular debris from a wound?
Debridement
Which medical condition involves an acute state of confusion, disorientation, and hallucinations?
Delirium
What neurological procedure is used in the treatment of dystonia, tremors, and Parkinson’s disease?
Deep brain stimulation
What is the term for the condition where fluid loss exceeds intake, disrupting the body's electrolyte balance?
Dehydration
What does 'defibrillation' involve?
Restoring normal heart rhythm using electrical shock
Which condition is characterized by false personal beliefs that persist despite contrary evidence?
Delusion
What term is used to describe the replacement of damaged skin with healthy tissue taken from a donor site on the patient’s body?
Dermatoplasty
Which condition is characterized by lethargy and sadness, as well as a loss of interest or pleasure in normal activities?
Depression
What is the term for the professional cleaning of teeth to remove plaque and calculus?
Dental prophylaxis
What is the infectious disease that destroys the enamel and dentin of the tooth known as?
Dental caries
Which term refers to the anchoring of a crown, bridge, or denture to the bone of the jaw?
Dental implant
Inflammation of the skin is known as:
Dermatosis
Test your knowledge of medical terminology definitions with this quiz! Learn about terms like dacryoadenitis, deafness, debridement, and deep brain stimulation.
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