Medical Terminology Quiz

Podcast Beta

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is strabismus?

Deviation in the parallel axes of the two eyes.

What are cataracts?

A cloudy area in the lens of the eyes.

What is presbyopia?

Decrease in power of accommodation with aging.

What is nystagmus?

Back and forth oscillation of the eyes. Signup and view all the answers

What is bibasilar pneumonia?

Abnormal sounds from the base of the lungs. Signup and view all the answers

What does a bruit indicate?

Sound of blood flowing through a narrowed portion of an artery. Signup and view all the answers

What is a thrill in medical terms?

Abnormal vibration that is felt on the skin overlying a loud cardiac murmur. Signup and view all the answers

What is the patella?

Kneecap. Signup and view all the answers

What is tactile fremitus?

Palpable vibration of the chest wall. Signup and view all the answers

What is muscular atrophy?

Loss of muscle. Signup and view all the answers

What is a pleural friction rub?

Breath sound heard on lung auscultation. Signup and view all the answers

What is orthopnea?

Shortness of breath when lying on your back. Signup and view all the answers

What is tinnitus?

Perception of sound that does not have an external source. Signup and view all the answers

What does JVD stand for?

Jugular vein distention. Signup and view all the answers

What is melena?

Black tarry stool. Signup and view all the answers

What is lordosis?

Increase in the curve toward the front of the body. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Trendelenburg position?

Supine position with head down and feet up. Signup and view all the answers

When should a nurse wear gloves?

When dealing with fluids. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order to assess the abdomen?

Inspect, auscultate, percussion, palpate. Signup and view all the answers

What is the best technique used to assess skin turgor?

Pinching the skin. Signup and view all the answers

What is a pulse and what does it reflect?

It is the number of times the heart beats in one minute. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Snellen chart used for?

Measuring visual acuity or sharpness of vision. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between an ophthalmologist and an optometrist?

An ophthalmologist is an eye care specialist; an optometrist provides non-medical vision care. Signup and view all the answers

What are the ROM capabilities of the lower extremities?

Forward extension, backward bending, knee bending, abduction/adduction, rotation, extension/flexion. Signup and view all the answers

When is the stethoscope diaphragm used?

For high-pitched sounds. Signup and view all the answers

What is the assessment order for all body systems except the abdomen?

Inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation. Signup and view all the answers

What is receptive aphasia?

Difficulty understanding spoken or written language. Signup and view all the answers

What is expressive aphasia?

Trouble expressing oneself through speech or writing. Signup and view all the answers

What are common body positions?

Supine and prone. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Terms

Strabismus: Eyes are not aligned.
Cataracts: Clouding of the eye lens.
Presbyopia: Difficulty focusing on close objects due to age-related lens changes.
Nystagmus: Rapid, involuntary eye movements.
Bibasilar pneumonia: Abnormal lung sounds at the base.
Bruit: Sound of turbulent blood flow in an artery.
Thrill: Vibrations felt over a loud heart murmur.
Patella: Kneecap.
Tactile Fremitus: Vibrations felt through the chest wall during speech.
Muscular Atrophy: Muscle loss or wasting.
Pleural Friction Rub: Lung sound created by inflamed pleural layers rubbing together.
Orthopnea: Difficulty breathing when lying flat.
Tinnitus: Perception of sound without an external source.
JVD (Jugular Vein Distention): Swelling of the jugular vein in the neck.
Melena: Black, tarry stool indicating blood in the gastrointestinal tract.
Lordosis: Increased forward curve of the spine.
Trendelenburg: Supine position with the head lower than the feet.

Nursing Practice

Gloves: Wear gloves when handling bodily fluids.
Abdominal Assessment: Order is inspection, auscultation, percussion, palpation (IAPP)
Skin Turgor: Pinch the skin to assess its elasticity.
Pulse: Reflects the heart rate.
Snellen Chart: Measures visual acuity.
Ophthalmologist vs. Optometrist: Ophthalmologist is a medical doctor specializing in eye care, while an optometrist is a non-medical professional who provides vision care.
Lower Extremity ROM: Assess flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, internal and external rotation.
Stethoscope Diaphragm: Used for high-pitched sounds (e.g., heart and lung sounds), while the bell is used for low-pitched sounds (e.g., heart murmurs).
Assessment Order: Generally, the order is inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation (IPPA).
Receptive Aphasia: Difficulty understanding spoken or written language.
Expressive Aphasia: Difficulty expressing oneself through speech or writing.

Patient Positions

Supine: Lying flat on the back – Suitable for many procedures, including abdominal surgery, head-to-toe assessments, and vaginal examinations.
Prone: Lying flat on the abdomen – Useful for spinal surgery, eye damage, secretion management, and gas exchange.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Description

Test your knowledge of important medical terms and concepts. This quiz covers various conditions and anatomical terms relevant to health and medicine. Perfect for anyone studying healthcare or related fields.