Medical Terminology Quiz

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What is the main difference between MOI (Mechanism of Injury) and NOI (Nature of Illness)?

Both are unrelated to patient assessment.

MOI involves traumatic events, while NOI describes medical conditions. (correct)

MOI refers to the cause of illness, while NOI is related to injuries.

NOI is exclusive to pediatric patients, while MOI applies to adults.

What is the definition of hypoxia?

High carbon dioxide levels in the lungs.

Rapid respiration rate.

Excess oxygen in the blood.

Lack of oxygen in the tissues. (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a sign of an AMI (Acute Myocardial Infarction)?

Sudden onset of sweating.

Shortness of breath.

Crushing chest pain.

Localized, sharp abdominal pain. (correct)

What is the primary treatment for wheezing caused by an asthma attack?

Using a bronchodilator inhaler. Signup and view all the answers

The Rule of Nines is used to:

Determine the extent of body burns. Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for hypothermia in an unconscious patient with a prolonged transport time?

Prevent further heat loss. Signup and view all the answers

Which is a contraindication for using an OPA (Oropharyngeal Airway)?

A patient with a gag reflex. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of epistaxis?

Bleeding from the nose. Signup and view all the answers

How many chest compressions per minute are recommended for an adult during CPR?

100-120 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of wheezing in patients with respiratory distress?

Airflow obstruction in the lower airways. Signup and view all the answers

What does AVPU stand for in patient assessment?

Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive. Signup and view all the answers

When treating a conscious patient for anaphylaxis, the first step is to:

Administer epinephrine. Signup and view all the answers

What is dysuria?

Painful urination. Signup and view all the answers

In triage tagging, which color represents immediate care required?

Red. Signup and view all the answers

The appropriate depth of chest compressions for infants is:

1/3 the depth of the chest. Signup and view all the answers

Which mnemonic is used to evaluate stroke patients?

FAST Signup and view all the answers

What is a key symptom of compensated shock?

Rapid heart rate. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of pneumothorax is life-threatening?

Tension. Signup and view all the answers

The treatment for a flail chest includes:

Stabilizing the chest wall. Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a method of heat loss?

Reflection. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in managing a conscious choking adult?

Begin abdominal thrusts. Signup and view all the answers

Which position is recommended for delivering a baby?

Supine with knees bent. Signup and view all the answers

The difference between referred pain and rebound tenderness is:

Location of the pain. Signup and view all the answers

When should a tourniquet be applied?

When direct pressure fails. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Terminology and Procedures

Mechanism of Injury (MOI) vs. Nature of Illness (NOI): MOI describes the cause of an injury, while NOI describes the medical condition. MOI involves traumatic events, NOI describes medical conditions.
Hypoxia: Lack of oxygen in the tissues.
AMI (Acute Myocardial Infarction): A sign of an AMI does NOT include localized, sharp abdominal pain. Other signs include crushing chest pain, sudden onset of sweating, and shortness of breath.
Asthma Attack Treatment: The primary treatment for wheezing caused by an asthma attack is using a bronchodilator inhaler.
Rule of Nines: Used to determine the extent of body burns.
Hypothermia Treatment: Prevent further heat loss in the unconscious patient with prolonged transport time.
Oropharyngeal Airway (OPA) Contraindications: A contraindication for using an OPA is having a gag reflex.

Respiratory Distress

Epistaxis: Bleeding from the nose.
CPR Compressions: Recommended chest compressions for adults during CPR are 100-120 per minute.
Wheezing Cause: The primary cause of wheezing in respiratory distress is airflow obstruction in the lower airways.
Patient Assessment (AVPU): AVPU stands for Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive. A useful patient assessment tool.
Anaphylaxis Treatment: When treating a conscious patient for anaphylaxis, the first step is administering epinephrine.
Dysuria: Painful urination.

Medical Conditions and Diagnosis

Key Stroke Patients Evaluation The mnemonic FAST is used to evaluate stroke patients.
Compensated Shock: A key symptom of compensated shock is a rapid heart rate.
Pneumothorax: Tension pneumothorax is a life-threatening type of pneumothorax.
Flail Chest Treatment: Stabilizing the chest wall is a key part of treating a flail chest.
Heat Loss Methods: Reflection is not a method of heat loss. Other methods include radiation, evaporation, and conduction.
Choking Adult Management: The first step in managing a conscious choking adult is to begin abdominal thrusts.
Child Birth Position: The recommended position for delivering a baby is supine with knees bent.
Referred Pain vs. Rebound Tenderness: The difference lies in the location of the pain.

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Test your knowledge of medical terminology and procedures including mechanisms of injury, treatment for asthma attacks, and understanding conditions like hypoxia and AMI. This quiz will challenge your understanding of critical concepts in emergency medicine.