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One who studies a disease is a?
One who studies a disease is a?
pathologist
What is the study of disease called?
What is the study of disease called?
Pathology
A.I.D.S stands for?
A.I.D.S stands for?
acquired immune deficiency syndrome
The doctor's office is most concerned with?
The doctor's office is most concerned with?
Who could not legally act as an agent for another patient?
Who could not legally act as an agent for another patient?
Incorrect information given that may injure the reputation of another is called?
Incorrect information given that may injure the reputation of another is called?
The patient is more cooperative if they?
The patient is more cooperative if they?
Intercostal refers to?
Intercostal refers to?
Incision into the chest will refer to as?
Incision into the chest will refer to as?
Liver enlargement is referred to as?
Liver enlargement is referred to as?
The word 'peri' means?
The word 'peri' means?
The word 'dys' means?
The word 'dys' means?
The word 'itis' means?
The word 'itis' means?
The word which means 'joint' is?
The word which means 'joint' is?
The word meaning 'white' is?
The word meaning 'white' is?
The word meaning 'phago' is?
The word meaning 'phago' is?
The word 'nephron' is?
The word 'nephron' is?
The word meaning 'megalo' is?
The word meaning 'megalo' is?
The suffix which means 'plastic repair' is?
The suffix which means 'plastic repair' is?
The suffix which means 'discharge or flow' is?
The suffix which means 'discharge or flow' is?
The suffix which means 'pain' is?
The suffix which means 'pain' is?
'Osteo' means?
'Osteo' means?
The term 'self' refers to?
The term 'self' refers to?
The combining form of 'woman' is?
The combining form of 'woman' is?
When one encounters a baffling term, you should?
When one encounters a baffling term, you should?
A prefix is the?
A prefix is the?
A suffix is the?
A suffix is the?
The most common combining form is?
The most common combining form is?
The first way to communicate courtesy to the telephone caller is to?
The first way to communicate courtesy to the telephone caller is to?
What should be avoided by a medical assistant?
What should be avoided by a medical assistant?
One way to prevent patients from forgetting future appointments is to?
One way to prevent patients from forgetting future appointments is to?
When a patient must cancel an appointment, you should?
When a patient must cancel an appointment, you should?
Physiology is the?
Physiology is the?
An insurance contract written for a company for its employees is called?
An insurance contract written for a company for its employees is called?
A patient who is 68 years old is most likely covered by what type of insurance?
A patient who is 68 years old is most likely covered by what type of insurance?
Medicare pays what percentage?
Medicare pays what percentage?
To establish eligibility for the Medicaid patient, you must check their?
To establish eligibility for the Medicaid patient, you must check their?
Under what program may the retired military or the dependents of active military personnel receive care?
Under what program may the retired military or the dependents of active military personnel receive care?
What kind of insurance provides medical care for job-related accidents or illness?
What kind of insurance provides medical care for job-related accidents or illness?
The type of insurance that provides income when the insured is unable to work due to an illness or injury is?
The type of insurance that provides income when the insured is unable to work due to an illness or injury is?
The pre-determined amount of money paid by the patient before an insurance company pays is?
The pre-determined amount of money paid by the patient before an insurance company pays is?
The word indicating the date medical insurance coverage begins is called?
The word indicating the date medical insurance coverage begins is called?
For a patient to be entitled to 'pay in full' benefits under the Blue Shield program, their physician must be?
For a patient to be entitled to 'pay in full' benefits under the Blue Shield program, their physician must be?
Which of the following groups sponsors CHAMPUS?
Which of the following groups sponsors CHAMPUS?
If poor records are kept and a physician fails to report all his income and deductions to the IRS, the physician is open to a charge of?
If poor records are kept and a physician fails to report all his income and deductions to the IRS, the physician is open to a charge of?
The purpose of aging accounts receivable is?
The purpose of aging accounts receivable is?
A patient's financial account is referred to as?
A patient's financial account is referred to as?
A listing of specific services rendered and fees charged is an?
A listing of specific services rendered and fees charged is an?
What is the latest date an employer may give the employee the W-2 form?
What is the latest date an employer may give the employee the W-2 form?
Tissues are composed of?
Tissues are composed of?
A person incapable of forming melanin is?
A person incapable of forming melanin is?
The outermost cellular layer of the skin is called?
The outermost cellular layer of the skin is called?
An inflammation of the skin, usually causing itching and sometimes accompanied by scaling or blistering is called?
An inflammation of the skin, usually causing itching and sometimes accompanied by scaling or blistering is called?
Which of the following are characteristics of infantile eczema?
Which of the following are characteristics of infantile eczema?
This bone forms on the forehead and bony sockets which contain the eyes?
This bone forms on the forehead and bony sockets which contain the eyes?
Facial bones that compose the massive upper jaw bones are called?
Facial bones that compose the massive upper jaw bones are called?
Facial bones that compose the lower jaw are referred to as?
Facial bones that compose the lower jaw are referred to as?
The collar bone, a slender bone, one on each side of the body, connecting the breastbone to each other is called?
The collar bone, a slender bone, one on each side of the body, connecting the breastbone to each other is called?
The longest bone in the body is?
The longest bone in the body is?
What is a chronic inflammatory disease that attacks joints and surrounding tissues, and is an intermittent disease with periods of remission?
What is a chronic inflammatory disease that attacks joints and surrounding tissues, and is an intermittent disease with periods of remission?
A metabolic bone disorder affecting primarily post-menopausal women and is characterized by the loss of calcium and phosphate from the bone is called?
A metabolic bone disorder affecting primarily post-menopausal women and is characterized by the loss of calcium and phosphate from the bone is called?
An inflamed condition of the tendon and tendon muscles is called?
An inflamed condition of the tendon and tendon muscles is called?
An inflammation of the meninges of the brain and spinal cord due usually to a bacterial infection from the ears, sinuses, lungs, or a brain abscess is?
An inflammation of the meninges of the brain and spinal cord due usually to a bacterial infection from the ears, sinuses, lungs, or a brain abscess is?
A seizure disorder affecting 1 to 2 percent of the population and is associated with electrical impulses from the neurons of the brain is?
A seizure disorder affecting 1 to 2 percent of the population and is associated with electrical impulses from the neurons of the brain is?
A congenital defect consisting of the absence of a vertebral arch of the spinal column is called?
A congenital defect consisting of the absence of a vertebral arch of the spinal column is called?
A gradually developing cloudiness of the lens, occurring most frequently in persons over 70 years of age is called?
A gradually developing cloudiness of the lens, occurring most frequently in persons over 70 years of age is called?
A condition of excessive intraocular pressure which results in atrophy of the optic nerve is called?
A condition of excessive intraocular pressure which results in atrophy of the optic nerve is called?
The universal donor is blood type?
The universal donor is blood type?
Another name for myocardial infarction is?
Another name for myocardial infarction is?
The muscle walls of the heart are called the?
The muscle walls of the heart are called the?
The smallest blood vessel is the?
The smallest blood vessel is the?
Once complete heart beat combining the contraction and relaxation phases is known as the?
Once complete heart beat combining the contraction and relaxation phases is known as the?
A condition indicating that certain elements are lacking in the blood is called?
A condition indicating that certain elements are lacking in the blood is called?
A congenital anemia occurring among blacks, which an average of one in ten carry the abnormal gene is called?
A congenital anemia occurring among blacks, which an average of one in ten carry the abnormal gene is called?
Metastasis refers to?
Metastasis refers to?
The most important muscle to aid in breathing is?
The most important muscle to aid in breathing is?
The voice box is called?
The voice box is called?
Which of the following may precipitate individual attacks of asthma?
Which of the following may precipitate individual attacks of asthma?
The small sac attached to the underside of the liver and stores bile is called?
The small sac attached to the underside of the liver and stores bile is called?
A substance provided by the stomach, necessary for the digestion of food is called?
A substance provided by the stomach, necessary for the digestion of food is called?
Tiny microscopic projections in the wall of the small intestines, which absorb nutrients into the bloodstream are called?
Tiny microscopic projections in the wall of the small intestines, which absorb nutrients into the bloodstream are called?
Hepatitis is?
Hepatitis is?
The urinary system is composed of?
The urinary system is composed of?
A critical illness resulting in the sudden cessation of kidney function is known as?
A critical illness resulting in the sudden cessation of kidney function is known as?
Insulin is secreted directly into the bloodstream by what organ?
Insulin is secreted directly into the bloodstream by what organ?
A chronic disease of insulin deficiency or resistance is called?
A chronic disease of insulin deficiency or resistance is called?
The 'master' gland of the human body is called the?
The 'master' gland of the human body is called the?
A goiter is?
A goiter is?
For the first 2 months, the unborn child is referred to as?
For the first 2 months, the unborn child is referred to as?
When autoclaving instruments, the timing period begins?
When autoclaving instruments, the timing period begins?
Hypertension is also referred to as?
Hypertension is also referred to as?
The most common place to take a pulse is at the?
The most common place to take a pulse is at the?
A patient with a rapid pulse has?
A patient with a rapid pulse has?
The best respiratory rate can be taken by?
The best respiratory rate can be taken by?
The first sound heard when taking the blood pressure is the?
The first sound heard when taking the blood pressure is the?
If a carotid pulse was taken, it would be taken at?
If a carotid pulse was taken, it would be taken at?
High blood pressure is referred to as?
High blood pressure is referred to as?
Bradycardia refers to?
Bradycardia refers to?
Normal oral temperature is 98.6 degrees F. The equivalent Celsius temperature is?
Normal oral temperature is 98.6 degrees F. The equivalent Celsius temperature is?
In order to inflate the blood pressure cuff, the valve is turned?
In order to inflate the blood pressure cuff, the valve is turned?
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Study Notes
Medical Terminology and Definitions
- Pathologist: A medical professional who studies diseases.
- Pathology: The branch of medicine that focuses on the study of diseases.
- AIDS: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, a serious condition caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).
Legal and Ethical Considerations in Medicine
- Doctors’ offices must navigate civil and criminal laws in practice.
- A minor cannot legally act as an agent for their younger sibling.
- Slander: The act of making false statements that damage someone's reputation.
Patient Communication and Cooperation
- Patients tend to be more cooperative when they understand the procedures involved in their care.
- Clear communication is critical for maintaining a trusting patient-doctor relationship.
Anatomical Terms
- Intercostal: Refers to the space between the ribs.
- Thoracotomy: A surgical incision into the chest.
- Hepatomegaly: Refers to liver enlargement.
Medical Prefixes, Suffixes, and Roots
- "Peri": Means around.
- "Dys": Indicates something painful or difficult.
- "Itis": A suffix meaning inflammation.
- "Arthro": The term for a joint.
- "Leuko": Indicates the color white.
- "Phago": Means to eat.
- "Nephron": Relates to the kidney.
- "Megalo": Indicates large.
- "O": The most common combining vowel.
- Other common roots: Osteo (bone), Gyneco (woman), and Ato (self).
Medical Assistant Responsibilities
- Always consult a medical dictionary when unsure about complex terms.
- A prefix is added to the start of a word, while a suffix is added to the end.
- The main duty of a medical assistant is to provide excellent communication, including promptly answering calls and avoiding arguments with patients.
Insurance and Financial Aspects
- Group coverage: An insurance contract intended for company employees.
- Medicare: Typically covers individuals aged 65 and older, reimbursing 80% of costs.
- CHAMPUS: Healthcare program for retired and active military personnel and their dependents.
- Workers' compensation: Insurance for job-related injuries or illnesses.
Financial Transactions and Records
- The term "deductible" refers to the pre-set amount paid by a patient before insurance coverage kicks in.
- An "itemized statement" lists specific services and corresponding fees.
Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Basic cellular structure forms the foundation of tissues.
- Skin: The outermost layer is called the epidermis, while conditions like eczema can inflame the skin.
- Facial bones: Include the frontal (forehead), maxillary (upper jaw), and mandibular (lower jaw) bones.
- The largest bone in the body is the femur.
Medical Conditions
- Rheumatoid arthritis: A chronic inflammatory joint disease with periods of remission.
- Osteoporosis: A metabolic bone disorder prevalent among post-menopausal women.
- Epilepsy: A seizure disorder affecting a small percentage of the population.
Cardiovascular Health
- Heart attack is formally known as myocardial infarction.
- The myocardium is the muscular layer of the heart responsible for contraction.
- Capillaries: The smallest blood vessels in the body.
Assessing Health
- Anemia: Refers to a condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin.
- Hypertension: Another term for high blood pressure.
- Tachycardia and Bradycardia: Conditions indicating rapid and slow heart rates, respectively.
Temperature and Vital Signs
- Normal oral temperature is approximately 98.6°F or 37.0°C.
- Blood pressure readings include systolic pressure, which is the first sound heard during measurement.
Pregnancy and Development
- The term for an unborn child during the first two months of development is "embryo."
Key Concepts in Respiratory and Digestive Systems
- The diaphragm is the primary muscle aiding in breathing.
- Hydrochloric acid is crucial for digestion in the stomach, while villi in the small intestine absorb nutrients.
Urinary System
- Comprises kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra with renal failure indicating sudden cessation of kidney function.
This summary covers essential terms and concepts related to medical terminology, patient interactions, anatomy, physiology, and health conditions, providing a comprehensive study guide.
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