Myorrhexis-viral Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the definition of myorrhexis?

Pertaining to birth

The study of newborns and the treatment of their disorders

A sounding or racing heart with or without irregularity in rhythm

The rupture or tearing of a muscle (correct)

What does the term 'natal' refer to?

The medical screening of patients

The science of the causes and effects of diseases

Pertaining to birth (correct)

The formation or discharge of pus

What is neonatology?

The study of newborns and the treatment of their disorders (correct)

A viral infection of the gray matter of the spinal cord

The study of diseases of the ear, nose, and throat

An examination technique using hands to feel body parts

What does neurorrhaphy involve?

Suturing together the ends of a severed nerve Signup and view all the answers

What is otorhinolaryngology?

Study of diseases of the ear, nose, and throat Signup and view all the answers

What does palpation refer to?

An examination technique where the examiner's hands feel the texture, size, consistency, and location of body parts. Signup and view all the answers

Define palpitation.

A sounding or racing heart with or without irregularity in rhythm. Signup and view all the answers

What is pathology?

The science of the causes and effects of diseases, especially related to laboratory examination. Signup and view all the answers

What do phalanges refer to?

Bones of the fingers and toes. Signup and view all the answers

What is poliomyelitis?

A viral infection of the gray matter of the spinal cord and brainstem. Signup and view all the answers

Define prognosis.

A forecast of the probable course and outcome of a disease or situation. Signup and view all the answers

What is pyoderma?

Any acute, inflammatory, pus-forming bacterial skin infection. Signup and view all the answers

Define pyrosis.

The burning sensation caused by the return of acidic stomach contents into the esophagus. Signup and view all the answers

What does remission mean?

A diminution of the seriousness or intensity of disease or pain; a temporary recovery. Signup and view all the answers

What is a symptom?

Subjective evidence of a disease, such as pain or a headache. Signup and view all the answers

Define syndrome.

A group of symptoms typical of a particular disease or condition. Signup and view all the answers

What is tonsillitis?

Inflammation of the tonsils. Signup and view all the answers

What does trauma refer to?

Wound or injury. Signup and view all the answers

What is triage?

The medical screening of patients to determine their relative priority of need and the proper place of treatment. Signup and view all the answers

What does viral mean?

Pertaining to a virus. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Myorrhexis: Refers to the tearing or rupture of muscle tissue, indicating a significant injury requiring medical attention.
Natal: Pertains to birth, often used in contexts related to neonatal care or maternal health.
Neonatology: A specialized branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of newborns, addressing their unique medical needs and disorders.
Neurorrhaphy: A surgical procedure involving the suturing of severed ends of nerves, crucial for restoring nerve function after injury.
Otorhinolaryngology: A medical specialty that deals with diseases affecting the ear, nose, and throat (ENT), integral for diagnosing and treating conditions in these areas.
Palpation: An examination method utilizing the hands to assess the size, consistency, texture, and location of body structures, critical for physical diagnosis.
Palpitation: Refers to an abnormal heart rhythm characterized by a racing or fluttering sensation that may signal underlying cardiac issues.
Pathology: The study of disease causes and effects, encompassing laboratory examination of tissue samples for diagnostics and forensic analysis.
Phalanges: The bone structure in fingers and toes, crucial for mobility and dexterity.
Poliomyelitis: A viral illness affecting the gray matter of the spinal cord and brainstem, posing serious health risks including paralysis.
Prognosis: An informed prediction regarding the course and outcome of a disease, essential for treatment planning.
Pyoderma: A term for any acute and inflammatory pus-producing skin infection, such as impetigo, indicating the need for prompt medical care.
Pyrosis: A medical description of the burning sensation caused by acid reflux, highlighting digestive health issues.
Remission: The reduction in severity of disease symptoms, signifying a period of recovery for the patient.
Sign: Objective indicators of disease, such as elevated temperature, used in clinical diagnosis.
Supination: Refers to the anatomical movement that positions the palm or foot upward; important in understanding limb mechanics.
Suppuration: The process of pus formation or discharge, indicating infection or inflammation in tissues.
Supracostal: Describes a location above the ribs, relevant in clinical and anatomical contexts.
Symptom: The subjective experience of disease felt by the patient, such as pain or headache, forming the basis for clinical assessment.
Syndrome: A collection of symptoms that collectively characterize a specific disease or condition, aiding in diagnosis.
Tonsillitis: An inflammatory condition of the tonsils, often requiring treatment to alleviate discomfort and prevent complications.
Trauma: Refers to any wound or injury, emphasizing the need for investigation and care in medical practice.
Triage: The process of assessing patients to prioritize their treatment needs, essential in emergency care settings.
Viral: Pertaining to viruses, highlighting the importance of understanding viral infections in health.

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Test your knowledge of medical terminology with these flashcards focused on myorrhexis and related terms. Each card provides a definition for key concepts in muscle and neonatal health. Perfect for students in medical fields or anyone interested in medical language.