Questions and Answers
CIS is the abbreviation for?
carcinoma in situ
IRDS is the abbreviation for?
Infant respiratory distress syndrome
PID is the abbreviation for?
Pelvic inflammatory disease
In an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg could be implanted in any of the following sites except?
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A condition marked by high blood pressure, proteinuria, and edema during or shortly after pregnancy is called?
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The sonogram showed collections of fluid within a sac in Ms. Yarrow's left ovary, referred to as?
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Accumulation of fluid in the spaces of the brain is known as?
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The chromosomal abnormality that results in mental retardation and an increased risk for certain medical conditions is called?
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Which term describes a narrowing of the opening of the stomach to the duodenum?
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This condition is caused by a lack of protein in the lining of the neonate's lung tissue?
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Infection with human papillomavirus (HPV) is a strong risk factor for?
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The medical term for inflammation of the cervix is?
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A yellowish, pus-filled discharge from the vagina is called?
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This disease occurs most often in menopausal women?
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The medical term for the condition of endometrial tissue located outside the uterus is?
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Benign tumors in the uterus are called?
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The term for a malignant tumor of the ovary is?
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The absence of menses (menstrual flow) is called?
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Premature separation of the implanted placenta is called?
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This neonatal condition is caused by a blood group incompatibility between mother and fetus?
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Study Notes
Medical Abbreviations
- CIS: Stands for carcinoma in situ, indicating a localized cancer that has not spread.
- IRDS: Refers to Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome; a condition affecting newborns' breathing.
- PID: Abbreviation for Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, an infection of the female reproductive organs.
Ectopic Pregnancy
- In an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, in locations such as a fallopian tube or abdominal cavity, but not in the uterus itself.
Preeclampsia
- A pregnancy-related condition characterized by high blood pressure, protein in urine, and swelling (edema).
Ovarian Cysts
- Fluid-filled sacs within the ovary; Ms. Yarrow's sonogram indicated the presence of these cysts in her left ovary.
Hydrocephalus
- Condition marked by an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain's ventricles, potentially leading to increased pressure.
Down Syndrome
- A chromosomal abnormality that leads to intellectual disability and higher susceptibility to various health issues.
Pyloric Stenosis
- A narrowing at the gastrointestinal junction between the stomach and duodenum, which can cause vomiting and dehydration.
Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome (IRDS)
- Condition due to insufficient protein in the lung tissue of neonates, leading to breathing difficulties.
Cervical Cancer Risk
- Infection by human papillomavirus (HPV) is a significant risk factor for developing cervical cancer.
Cervicitis
- Inflammation of the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina.
Leukorrhea
- A yellowish, pus-filled vaginal discharge typically indicating infection or inflammation.
Endometrial Carcinoma
- Type of cancer that occurs predominantly in menopausal women, originating from the lining of the uterus.
Endometriosis
- Condition where endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus, often causing pain and fertility issues.
Leiomyomas
- Benign tumors in the uterus, commonly referred to as fibroids.
Cystadenocarcinoma
- A malignant tumor associated with the ovaries, often aggressive and requiring comprehensive treatment.
Amenorrhea
- Condition characterized by the absence of menstrual periods, which can arise from various medical issues.
Abruptio Placentae
- The premature detachment of the placenta from the uterus, which can pose serious risks to both mother and fetus.
Erythroblastosis Fetalis
- A neonatal condition resulting from blood group incompatibility between the mother and fetus, leading to anemia in the newborn.
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