In the term perilymph, the prefix peri- means:
A) across.
B) through.
C) within.
D) around.
QUESTION 2
The term agglutination is defined as a:
A) reduction of red blood cells.
B) condition where erythrocytes are unequal in size.
C) process of clumping together.
D) potentially fatal infection.
QUESTION 3
An abrasion of the skin by scratching, trauma, or chemicals is termed:
A) senile keratosis.
B) excoriation.
C) hidradenitis.
D) exudates.
QUESTION 4
The combining form that means hair is ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
QUESTION 5
Which of the following is NOT a medical word part?
A) combining form
B) plural
C) prefix
D) suffix
QUESTION 6
The medical term for inflammation of the thyroid is ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
QUESTION 7
This type of drug reduces the acidity of the stomach.
A) antispasmodic
B) antacid
C) laxative
D) antiemetic
QUESTION 8
The combining form myc/o means:
A) wrinkles
B) nail
C) fungus
D) thick
QUESTION 9
Which medical term is misspelled?
A) pyelitis
B) nephroectomy
C) nephrosis
D) cystectomy
QUESTION 10
Which of the following statements regarding the different types of leukocytes is not true?
A) Monocytes release histamine.
B) Eosinophils destroy parasites.
C) Neutrophils are phagocytic.
D) Lymphocytes protect through immunity activity.
QUESTION 11
The combining form sial/o- means ________.
A) saliva; salivary gland
B) eating; swallowing
C) mouth
D) stomach
QUESTION 12
Which surgical procedure removes superficial skin lesions with scraping?
A) curettage
B) cryosurgery
C) debridement
D) cauterization
QUESTION 13
The process of cutting across and producing images of single tissue planes is:
A) thermography.
B) tomography.
C) ultrasonography.
D) mammography.
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Pain in or along a nerve is called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
QUESTION 2
A blood test performed to identify antigen-antibody reactions is:
A) sedimentation rate.
B) hematocrit.
C) immunoglobulins.
D) antinuclear antibodies.
QUESTION 3
________ is a chronic condition in which there are recurrent attacks of uncontrollable drowsiness and sleep.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
QUESTION 4
There are a number of substances in lymph, but by far, the majority of lymph is:
A) immunoglobulins.
B) lymphocytes.
C) water.
D) fibrinogen.
QUESTION 5
________ is a chronic disease of the central nervous system marked by damage to the myelin sheath.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
QUESTION 6
Immunoglobulin is a blood protein that acts as an:
A) antibody.
B) embolus.
C) allergy.
D) antigen.
QUESTION 7
A congenital hernia in which the meninges protrude through a defect in the skull or spinal column is called a/an ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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Which statements are TRUE with respect to patients and their family members? Select all that apply.
▸ Family members may become part of the patient's "team" in dealing with medical problems.
▸ The patient's family is his or her "lifeline" to their normal life.
▸ All patients have a support system of family and friends.
▸ Hospitalized patients benefit from large numbers of family and friends visiting them.
▸ Families of seriously ill patients may literally "camp out" at the hospital.
▸ All of the above
▸ None of the above
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What should you do when cultural tensions arise?
▸ Leave quickly to reduce the conflict
▸ Avoid collaboration
▸ Use the passive style of communication
▸ Focus on discovering shared values
▸ All of the above
▸ None of the above
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All of the following are functions of the skeletal system except:
A) hematopoiesis.
B) shape and support.
C) acid-base balance.
D) protection.
QUESTION 2
All of the following are classified as long bones except:
A) vertebrae.
B) humerus.
C) radius.
D) femur.
QUESTION 3
In the term collagen, the suffix -gen means:
A) formation.
B) condition.
C) together.
D) process.
QUESTION 4
In the term meniscus, the root menisc means:
A) formation.
B) crescent.
C) repair.
D) fastened.
QUESTION 5
In the term chondrocostal, the root cost means:
A) cartilage.
B) clavicle.
C) coccyx.
D) rib.
QUESTION 6
In the term carpal, the root carp means:
A) skull.
B) wrist.
C) joint.
D) bone.
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Movement of each joint through its full extent of movement is what type of exercise?
A) active
B) isometric
C) passive
D) range of motion
QUESTION 2
Write the correct abbreviation for antistreptolysin O:
What will be an ideal response?
QUESTION 3
A protein found in muscle cells is called:
A) acetylcholine.
B) dystrophin.
C) myotrophin.
D) lactic dehydrogenase.
QUESTION 4
Write the correct abbreviation for hyaline membrane disease:
What will be an ideal response?
QUESTION 5
A term used to describe the muscles immediately surrounding the shoulder joint is:
A) torticollis.
B) aponeurosis.
C) rotator cuff.
D) levator.
QUESTION 6
Write the correct abbreviation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease:
What will be an ideal response?
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________ is the membrane that forms the covering of bones, except at their articular surfaces.
a. Epiphysis
b. Diaphysis
c. Periosteum
d. Compact bone
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The ________ is an intradermal test performed using a sterile, disposable multiple-puncture lancet.
A) prick
B) sweat
C) tine
D) Tzanck
QUESTION 2
Which term is called prickly heat and is commonly seen in newborns and/or infants?
A) impetigo
B) roseola
C) miliaria
D) psoriasis
QUESTION 3
White spots or patches formed on the mucous membrane of the tongue or cheek are called:
A) leukoplakia.
B) lentigo.
C) lupus.
D) purpura.
QUESTION 4
The clue that rhytidoplasty is a word referring to a surgical procedure is in its:
A) prefix.
B) root.
C) combining form.
D) suffix.
QUESTION 5
The term alopecia means loss of hair or:
A) pigment.
B) skin.
C) fox mange.
D) baldness.
QUESTION 6
In the term anhidrosis, the root hidr means:
A) sweat.
B) itching.
C) scar.
D) wrinkle.
QUESTION 7
A fungal condition of the hair is known as:
A) alopecia.
B) rosacea.
C) striae.
D) trichomycosis.
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Which communication style is most effective in conflict resolution?
A. Passive
B. Passive-aggressive
C. Assertive
D. Aggressive
E. Passive-assertive
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List two ways to demonstrate loyalty to your coworkers and two ways to demonstrate loyalty to your employer.
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