Medical Terms 3: Inguinal to Ptosis

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What does 'inguinal' pertain to?

The heart

The brain

The stomach

The groin area (correct)

What is an injected eye typically associated with?

Redness of the conjunctiva

How long can intrauterine devices (IUDs) remain implanted?

For years

What is the purpose of intubation?

To help an unconscious patient breathe Signup and view all the answers

What condition is characterized by abdominal cramping and changes in bowel habits?

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Signup and view all the answers

What does ischemia refer to?

Lack of oxygen to a tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of an ischemic stroke?

Obstructed blood flow in cranial blood vessels Signup and view all the answers

What does jaundice indicate?

Liver dysfunction Signup and view all the answers

What does jugular venous distension (JVD) indicate?

Fluid retention and possible right-sided heart failure Signup and view all the answers

What is K-Y jelly commonly used for?

Water-soluble lubrication Signup and view all the answers

What does KUB stand for in medical tests?

Kidney, ureter, and bladder tests Signup and view all the answers

What instrument is used to examine the larynx?

Laryngoscope Signup and view all the answers

What does lithotripsy do?

Breaks up kidney stones Signup and view all the answers

What is the lumbar spine?

The lower back Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a lumbar puncture?

Withdrawal of cerebrospinal fluid Signup and view all the answers

What do 'lytes' refer to?

Electrolyte analysis Signup and view all the answers

What does malaise mean?

Generalized discomfort or weakness Signup and view all the answers

What are malleolus?

Projections on either side of the ankle joints Signup and view all the answers

Where is McBurney's point located?

1/3 of the way from the ASIS to the umbilicus Signup and view all the answers

What does MDM stand for?

Medical decision making Signup and view all the answers

What does melena indicate?

Upper GI bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What is menarche?

First menstrual cycle Signup and view all the answers

What is Meniere's disease?

Chronic vertigo and hearing changes Signup and view all the answers

What condition involves an inflammation of the meninges?

Meningitis Signup and view all the answers

What does meningismus indicate?

Meningeal irritation Signup and view all the answers

What does menses refer to?

Discharge of vaginal blood Signup and view all the answers

What are metacarpals?

Long bones at the base of each finger Signup and view all the answers

What are metatarsals?

Long bones at the end of each toe Signup and view all the answers

What does mottled skin indicate?

Poor perfusion Signup and view all the answers

What is mononucleosis commonly known as?

Mono Signup and view all the answers

What imaging technique does MRI stand for?

Magnetic resonance imaging Signup and view all the answers

What does Murphy's sign test for?

Tenderness over the gallbladder Signup and view all the answers

What does myalgia refer to?

Muscular pain Signup and view all the answers

What causes a myocardial infarction?

Occlusion of coronary arteries Signup and view all the answers

What are nares?

Nostrils Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Terminology Study Notes

Inguinal: Relates to the groin area.
Injected Eye: Refers to a red appearance in the conjunctiva of the eye.
Intrauterine Devices (IUDs): These can remain in place for several years, such as the Mirena IUD.
Intubation: Process of inserting an endotracheal tube for respiratory assistance in unconscious patients.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): A chronic gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal cramps and altered bowel habits (diarrhea or constipation).
Ischemia: Condition involving reduced blood supply and oxygen to a specific tissue.
Ischemic Stroke: Occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked, often by an embolus or thrombus; significant brain damage can occur within three hours.
Jaundice: Condition leading to yellowing of the skin, commonly due to liver dysfunction.
Jugular Venous Distension (JVD): Swollen internal jugular veins in the neck, indicative of fluid retention, often linked to right-sided heart failure.
K-Y: A well-known water-soluble lubricant used during medical procedures.
KUB: Abbreviation for tests related to the kidney, ureter, and bladder, commonly assessed through X-rays.
Laryngoscope: Instrument utilized for examining the larynx and visualizing vocal cords during intubation procedures.
Larynx: Commonly referred to as the "voice box."
Lithotripsy: A procedure that uses sound waves to break down kidney stones, allowing for their excretion in urine.
Lumbar Spine: Refers to the lower back region of the spine.
Lumbar Puncture: Also known as a spinal tap, involves collecting cerebrospinal fluid between the L4 and L5 vertebrae.
Lytes: Short for electrolyte analysis, commonly including potassium (K) and sodium (Na).
Malaise: A general feeling of discomfort or weakness.
Malleolus: Bony projections located on either side of the ankle joints.
McBurney's Point: Anatomical landmark located one-third the distance from the anterior superior iliac spine to the umbilicus, indicative of appendix location.
Medical Decision Making (MDM): Explores how physicians make decisions regarding patient care in emergency departments.
Melena: Presence of black, tarry stools often indicative of upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
Menarche: The onset of the first menstrual cycle, typically around age 13.
Meniere's Disease: A chronic condition characterized by episodes of vertigo and changes in hearing with an unclear origin.
Meningitis: Inflammation of the meninges, the protective layers surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Meningismus: A clinical presentation marked by nuchal rigidity, photophobia, and headache, indicating meningeal irritation.
Menses: The menstrual flow, consisting of vaginal bleeding, usually occurring in the latter part of the menstrual cycle.
Metacarpal: Long bones located at the base of each finger.
Metatarsal: Long bones situated at the end of each toe.
Mottled Skin: Skin exhibiting pale areas, suggesting poor blood perfusion.
Mononucleosis (Mono): An infectious disease presenting with symptoms like fatigue, sore throat, and swollen lymph nodes; diagnosed with a positive monospot test.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Imaging technique using magnetic fields and radio waves for detailed body scans.
Murphy's Sign: A clinical test for gallbladder tenderness during deep inspiration, indicating potential cholecystitis.
Myalgia: Muscle pain, which can occur in various conditions.
Myocardial Infarction: Medical term for a heart attack due to blockage in one or more coronary arteries.
Nares: Anatomical term for nostrils.

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