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Question #1
The term gastrointestinal is a(n)
A.
abbreviation
B.
combining form
C.
compound word
D.
root word
Question #2
The fundamental unit of a word is the
A.
combining form
B.
abbreviation
C.
root
D.
compound word
Question #3
Basic unit of living organisms that carry out metabolism
A.
enzyme
B.
ATP
C.
gene
D.
Cell
Question #4
The energy compound of the cell; stores energy needed for cell activities. ATP stands for adenosine triphosphate
A.
ATP
B.
gene
C.
enzyme
D.
Cell
Question #5
The category of organic compounds that includes sugars and starches
A.
Cell
B.
gene
C.
metabolism
D.
carbohydrate
Question #6
The fluid that fills a cell and holds the organelles
A.
cytoplasm
B.
ATP
C.
carbohydrate
D.
Cell
Question #7
The genetic compound of the cell; makes up the genes
A.
metabolism
B.
carbohydrate
C.
Cell
D.
DNA
Question #8
A threadlike body in a cell's nucleus that contains genetic information
A.
metabolism
B.
carbohydrate
C.
chromosome
D.
ATP
Question #9
An organic substance that speeds the rate of metabolic reactions
A.
metabolism
B.
enzyme
C.
lipid
D.
carbohydrate
Question #10
A hereditary unit composed of DNA and combined with other genes to form the chromosomes
A.
lipid
B.
gene
C.
metabolism
D.
carbohydrate
Question #11
A simple sugar that circulates in the blood; the main energy source for metabolism (roots: gluc/o, glyc/o)
A.
ATP
B.
Cell
C.
cytoplasm
D.
glucose
Question #12
The sum of all the physical and chemical reactions that occur within an organism
A.
Homeostasis
B.
Cell
C.
metabolism
D.
ATP
Question #13
A category of organic compounds that includes fats
A.
cytoplasm
B.
Histology
C.
lipid
D.
Homeostasis
Question #14
A steady state; a condition of internal stability and constancy
A.
Homeostasis
B.
Histology
C.
cytoplasm
D.
enzyme
Question #15
Study of tissues
A.
enzyme
B.
chromosome
C.
Homeostasis
D.
Histology
Question #16
cell dvision
A.
enzyme
B.
Histology
C.
mitosis
D.
Organ
Question #17
A thick fluid secreted by cells in membranes and glands that lubricates and protects tissues
A.
mucus
B.
Histology
C.
Organ
D.
Protein
Question #18
The cell's control center; directs all cell activities based on the information contained in its chromosomes
A.
Nucleus
B.
enzyme
C.
chromosome
D.
Protein
Question #19
A specialized structure in the cytoplasm of a cell
A.
Organelle
B.
glucose
C.
Protein
D.
chromosome
Question #20
A part of the body with a specific function. A component of a body system
A.
enzyme
B.
Organ
C.
metabolism
D.
glucose
Question #21
A category of organic compounds that includes structural materials, enzymes, and some hormones
A.
glucose
B.
enzyme
C.
Protein
D.
metabolism
Question #22
An organic compound involved in the manufacture of proteins within cells
A.
RNA
B.
Homeostasis
C.
enzyme
D.
metabolism
Question #23
A group of cells that acts together for a specific purpose
A.
glucose
B.
enzyme
C.
Tissue
D.
cytoplasm
Question #24
The nitrogen-containing compounds that make up proteins
A.
Homeostasis
B.
Cell
C.
cytoplasm
D.
Amino acid
Question #25
The type of metabolism in which body substances are made; the building phase of metabolism
A.
Cell
B.
Amino acid
C.
Anabolism
D.
Homeostasis
Question #26
The type of metabolism in which substances are broken down for energy and simple compounds
A.
Amino acid
B.
Homeostasis
C.
Catabolism
D.
Organelle
Question #27
A fibrous protein found in connective tissue
A.
enzyme
B.
Organelle
C.
exacerbation
D.
parenchyma
Question #28
A complex sugar compound stored in liver and muscles; broken down into glucose when needed for energy
A.
enzyme
B.
parenchyma
C.
iatrogenic
D.
Parietal
Question #29
Between parts, such as the spaces between cells in a tissue
A.
Parietal
B.
Organelle
C.
Glycogen
D.
exacerbation
Question #30
The inner region of an organ; marrow
A.
abdominopelvic cavity
B.
Amino acid
C.
Catabolism
D.
iatrogenic
Question #31
The functional tissue of an organ
A.
Catabolism
B.
parenchyma
C.
Amino acid
D.
Glycogen
Question #32
Pertaining to a wall; describes a membrane that lines a body cavity
A.
Parietal
B.
Catabolism
C.
parenchyma
D.
Glycogen
Question #33
An immature cell that has the capacity to develop into any of a variety of different cell types. A precursor cell
A.
Organelle
B.
abdominopelvic cavity
C.
parenchyma
D.
stem cell
Question #34
Pertaining to the internal organs; describes a membrane on the surface of an organ
A.
Organelle
B.
abdominopelvic cavity
C.
Visceral
D.
Catabolism
Question #35
The larger ventral cavity below the diaphragm and above the pelvic cavity
A.
Catabolism
B.
RNA
C.
anatomic position
D.
abdominal cavity
Question #36
The larger ventral cavity between the diaphragm and pelvis that includes the abdominal and pelvic cavity
A.
Tissue
B.
parenchyma
C.
abdominopelvic cavity
D.
Catabolism
Question #37
Standard position for anatomical studies, in which the body is erect and facing forward, the arms are at the sides with palms forward, and the feet are parallel
A.
anatomic position
B.
RNA
C.
parenchyma
D.
Amino acid
Question #38
The dorsal cavity that contains the brain
A.
spinal cavity (canal)
B.
cranial cavity
C.
Tissue
D.
pelvic cavity
Question #39
The muscle that separate the thoracic from the abdominal cavity
A.
diaphragm
B.
pelvic cavity
C.
spinal cavity (canal)
D.
Amino acid
Question #40
Plane of section that separates the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) portions
A.
frontal (coronal) plane
B.
pelvic cavity
C.
Medulla
D.
thoracic cavity
Question #41
The ventral cavity that is below the abdominal cavity
A.
Medulla
B.
Catabolism
C.
thoracic cavity
D.
pelvic cavity
Question #42
The large serous membrane that lines the abdominopelvic cavity and cover the organs with it
A.
peritoneum
B.
Catabolism
C.
pelvic cavity
D.
thoracic cavity
Question #43
Plane that divides the body into right and left portions
A.
Medulla
B.
Catabolism
C.
sagittal plane
D.
pelvic cavity
Question #44
Dorsal cavity that contains the spinal cord
A.
Medulla
B.
fundus
C.
spinal cavity (canal)
D.
diaphragm
Question #45
The ventral cavity above the diaphragm; the chest cavity
A.
diaphragm
B.
Medulla
C.
thoracic cavity
D.
fundus
Question #46
Plane that divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) portions
A.
transverse (horizontal) plane
B.
Meatus
C.
Homeostasis
D.
anatomic position
Question #47
The base or body of a hollow organ; the area of an organ farthest from its opening
A.
Histology
B.
fundus
C.
Meatus
D.
Lumen
Question #48
The hypochondriac region (left or right)
A.
Lumen
B.
hypochondrium
C.
abdominal cavity
D.
anatomic position
Question #49
The central opening within a tube or hollow organ
A.
Lumen
B.
cranial cavity
C.
abdominopelvic cavity
D.
pelvic cavity
Question #50
A passage or opening
A.
Meatus
B.
cranial cavity
C.
anatomic position
D.
pelvic cavity
Question #51
The opening of a cavity
A.
cranial cavity
B.
peritoneum
C.
Orifice
D.
pelvic cavity
Question #52
A circular muscle that regulates an opening
A.
Gram stain
B.
parenchyma
C.
pelvic cavity
D.
sphincter
Question #53
A wall dividing two cavities
A.
Parietal
B.
septum
C.
hypochondrium
D.
Gram stain
Question #54
The epigastric region
A.
Lumen
B.
parenchyma
C.
epigastrium
D.
cranial cavity
Question #55
Not recurrent or malignant; favorable for recovery; describing tumors that do not spread
A.
Benign
B.
diaphragm
C.
sphincter
D.
Parietal
Question #56
A malignant neoplasm composed of epithelial cells
A.
lesion
B.
sphincter
C.
Gram stain
D.
carcinoma
Question #57
Of long duration; progressing slowly
A.
malignant
B.
peritoneum
C.
chronic
D.
Homeostasis
Question #58
The cause of a disease
A.
etiology
B.
peritoneum
C.
Histology
D.
Benign
Question #59
An abnormal filled sac or pouch
A.
cranial cavity
B.
Benign
C.
cyst
D.
lesion
Question #60
A laboratory staining procedure that divides bacteria into two groups: gram-positive, which stain blue, and gram-negative, which stain red
A.
Orifice
B.
malignant
C.
diaphragm
D.
Gram stain
Question #61
Protrusion of an organ through an abnormal opening
A.
Benign
B.
hernia
C.
Orifice
D.
Homeostasis
Question #62
A localized response to tissue injury characterized by heat, pain, redness, and swelling
A.
necrosis
B.
sphincter
C.
Histology
D.
inflammation
Question #63
A distinct area of damaged tissue; an injury or wound
A.
neoplasm
B.
Interstitial
C.
septum
D.
lesion
Question #64
Growing worse; harmful; tending to cause death; describing an invasive tumor that can spread (metastasize) to other tissues
A.
epigastrium
B.
malignant
C.
etiology
D.
Medulla
Question #65
Spread from one part of the body to another; characteristic of cancer
A.
sphincter
B.
etiology
C.
metastasis
D.
Benign
Question #66
Death of tissue
A.
carcinoma
B.
septum
C.
neoplasm
D.
necrosis
Question #67
An abnormal and uncontrolled growth of tissue, namely, a tumor; may be benign or malignant
A.
metastasis
B.
ATP
C.
neoplasm
D.
lesion
Question #68
An organism that grows on or in another organism (the host), causing damage to it
A.
parasite
B.
necrosis
C.
malignant
D.
carbohydrate
Question #69
An organism capable of causing disease
A.
pelvic cavity
B.
cytoplasm
C.
epigastrium
D.
pathogen
Question #70
The ingestion of organisms, such as invading bacteria or small particles of waste material by a cell
A.
neoplasm
B.
Benign
C.
phagocytosis
D.
peritoneum
Question #71
A dropping or downward displacement of an organ or part
A.
prolapse
B.
sagittal plane
C.
parasite
D.
carcinoma
Question #72
A malignant neoplasm arising from connective tissue
A.
sarcoma
B.
anatomic position
C.
ATP
D.
sepsis
Question #73
The presence of harmful microorganisms or their toxins in the blood or other tissues
A.
carbohydrate
B.
cranial cavity
C.
Benign
D.
sepsis
Question #74
A physical or psychological wound or injury
A.
carcinoma
B.
cytoplasm
C.
diaphragm
D.
trauma
Question #75
A poison
A.
phagocytosis
B.
lipid
C.
toxin
D.
neoplasm
Question #76
A laboratory staining procedure used mainly to identify the tuberculosis (TB) organism
A.
parasite
B.
phagocytosis
C.
acid-fast stain
D.
Homeostasis
Question #77
Capable of passing from one person to another, such as an infectious disease
A.
pathogen
B.
Histology
C.
communicable
D.
hernia
Question #78
Occurring at a low level but continuously in a given region, such as the common cold
A.
pathogen
B.
phagocytosis
C.
inflammation
D.
endemic
Question #79
Affecting many people in a given region at the same time; a disease that breaks out in a large proportion of a population at a given time
A.
exacerbation
B.
lesion
C.
iatrogenic
D.
epidemic
Question #80
Worsening of disease; increase in severity of a disease or its symptoms
A.
malignant
B.
exacerbation
C.
iatrogenic
D.
acid-fast stain
Question #81
Caused by the effects of treatment
A.
communicable
B.
iatrogenic
C.
fundus
D.
idiopathic
Question #82
Having no known cause
A.
endemic
B.
hypochondrium
C.
idiopathic
D.
glucose
Question #83
The microorganisms that normally live on or in the body. These organisms are generally harmless, and often are beneficial, but they can cause disease under special circumstances, such as injury or failure of the immune system
A.
epidemic
B.
Lumen
C.
normal flora
D.
metabolism
Question #84
Describing an infection that occurs because of a host's poor or altered condition
A.
lipid
B.
Meatus
C.
endemic
D.
Opportunistic
Question #85
Describing a disease that is prevalent throughout an entire region or the world. AIDS is now pandemic in certain regions of the world
A.
Homeostasis
B.
epidemic
C.
Pandemic
D.
parenchyma
Question #86
A lessening of disease symptoms; the period during which such lessening occurs
A.
Histology
B.
Parietal
C.
exacerbation
D.
Remission
Question #87
Presence of pathogenic bacteria in the blood; blood poisoning
A.
Septicemia
B.
exacerbation
C.
stem cell
D.
iatrogenic
Question #88
Pertaining to the whole body
A.
Systemic
B.
Visceral
C.
fundus
D.
sarcoma
Question #89
A localized collection of pus
A.
abscess
B.
exudate
C.
hypochondrium
D.
sepsis
Question #90
A uniting of two surfaces or parts that may normally be separated
A.
fistula
B.
trauma
C.
Lumen
D.
adhesion
Question #91
Lack of normal differentiation, as shown by cancer cells
A.
anaplasia
B.
fissure
C.
toxin
D.
Meatus
Question #92
Accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity
A.
Remission
B.
exacerbation
C.
gangrene
D.
ascites
Question #93
A spreading inflammation of tissue
A.
hyperplasia
B.
cellulitis
C.
iatrogenic
D.
Septicemia
Question #94
Escape of fluid into a cavity or other body part
A.
effusion
B.
hypertrophy
C.
exacerbation
D.
Systemic
Question #95
Material that escapes from blood vessels as a result of tissue injury
A.
iatrogenic
B.
RNA
C.
communicable
D.
exudate
Question #96
An abnormal passage between two organs or from an organ to the surface of the body
A.
endemic
B.
fistula
C.
parenchyma
D.
Tissue
Question #97
A groove or split
A.
Parietal
B.
fissure
C.
Amino acid
D.
epidemic
Question #98
Death of tissue, usually caused by lack of blood supply; may be associated with bacterial infection and decomposition
A.
Anabolism
B.
exacerbation
C.
gangrene
D.
stem cell
Question #99
Excessive growth of normal cells in normal arrangement
A.
Catabolism
B.
Visceral
C.
iatrogenic
D.
hyperplasia
Question #100
An increase in size of an organ without increase in the number of cells; may result from an increase in activity, as in muscles
A.
ascites
B.
hypertrophy
C.
idiopathic
D.
pathogen
Question #101
Hardening; an abnormally hard spot or place
A.
cellulitis
B.
normal flora
C.
induration
D.
phagocytosis
Question #102
Conversion of cells to a form that is not normal for that tissue
A.
prolapse
B.
Opportunistic
C.
metaplasia
D.
effusion
Question #103
A tumor attached by a thin stalk
A.
polyp
B.
sarcoma
C.
RNA
D.
biopsy
Question #104
Forming or containing pus
A.
sepsis
B.
purulent
C.
Tissue
D.
cautery
Question #105
Pus formation
A.
suppuration
B.
Amino acid
C.
chemotherapy
D.
anaplasia
Question #106
Determination of nature and cause of illness
A.
Anabolism
B.
Diagnosis
C.
ascites
D.
diagnosis
Question #107
Loss of the ability to feel pain, as by administration of a drug
A.
cellulitis
B.
Catabolism
C.
anesthesia
D.
endoscope
Question #108
Listening for sounds within the body, usually within the chest or abdomen
A.
endoscope
B.
auscultation
C.
effusion
D.
hyperplasia
Question #109
Removal of a small amount of tissue for microscopic examination
A.
hypertrophy
B.
biopsy
C.
endoscope
D.
exudate
Question #110
Destruction of tissue by a damaging agent, such as a harmful chemical, heat, or electric current
A.
cautery
B.
induration
C.
parasite
D.
purulent
Question #111
Use of chemicals to treat disease. The term is often applied specifically to the treatment of cancer with chemicals
A.
suppuration
B.
metaplasia
C.
pathogen
D.
chemotherapy
Question #112
The process of determining the cause and nature of an illness
A.
diagnosis
B.
phagocytosis
C.
Diagnosis
D.
endoscope
Question #113
An instrument for examining the inside of an organ or cavity through a body opening or small incision;
A.
prolapse
B.
anesthesia
C.
percussion
D.
endoscope
Question #114
Removal by cutting
A.
sarcoma
B.
prognosis
C.
excision
D.
auscultation
Question #115
Holding or fastening a structure in a fixed position
A.
fixation
B.
sepsis
C.
hypertrophy
D.
purulent
Question #116
A method for evaluating a tumor based on microscopic examination of the cells
A.
suppuration
B.
trauma
C.
grading
D.
induration
Question #117
Treatment that involves stimulation or suppression of the immune system, either specifically or nonspecifically
A.
toxin
B.
Diagnosis
C.
immunotherapy
D.
metaplasia
Question #118
Visual examination of the body
A.
inspection
B.
anesthesia
C.
pathogen
D.
root
Question #119
A device that transforms light into a beam of intense heat and power; used for surgery and diagnosis
A.
phagocytosis
B.
auscultation
C.
Cell
D.
laser
Question #120
An instrument for examining the interior of the eye
A.
biopsy
B.
prolapse
C.
ophthalmoscope
D.
ATP
Question #121
Instrument used to examine the ears
A.
otoscope
B.
sarcoma
C.
carbohydrate
D.
cautery
Question #122
Providing relief but not cure; a treatment that provides such relief
A.
cytoplasm
B.
sepsis
C.
chemotherapy
D.
palliative
Question #123
Examining by placing the hands or fingers on the surface of the body to determine characteristics such as texture, temperature, movement, and consistency
A.
trauma
B.
DNA
C.
palpation
D.
diagnosis
Question #124
Tapping the body lightly but sharply to assess the condition of the underlying tissue by the sounds obtained
A.
percussion
B.
immunotherapy
C.
grading
D.
endoscope
Question #125
Prediction of the course and outcome of a disease
A.
prognosis
B.
excision
C.
ophthalmoscope
D.
immunotherapy
Question #126
Use of x-rays passed through the body to make a visual record (radiograph) of internal structures on specially sensitized film
A.
radiography
B.
inspection
C.
otoscope
D.
biopsy
Question #127
A lessening of disease symptoms; the period during which this decrease occurs or the period when no sign of a disease exists
A.
laser
B.
palliative
C.
remission
D.
cautery
Question #128
Objective evidence of disease that can be observed or tested; examples are fever, rash, high blood pressure, and blood or urine abnormalities; an objective symptom
A.
Sign
B.
ophthalmoscope
C.
chemotherapy
D.
palpation
Question #129
Blood pressure apparatus or blood pressure cuff; pressure is read in millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) when the heart is contracting (systolic pressure) and when the heart is relaxing (diastolic pressure) and is reported as systolic/diastolic
A.
sphygmomanometer
B.
diagnosis
C.
percussion
D.
otoscope
Question #130
The process of classifying malignant tumors for diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis
A.
staging
B.
endoscope
C.
exudate
D.
palliative
Question #131
An instrument used for listening to sounds produced within the body
A.
polyp
B.
palpation
C.
fistula
D.
stethoscope
Question #132
A method for treating disease or injury by manual operations
A.
fissure
B.
purulent
C.
surgery
D.
excision
Question #133
To unite parts by stitching them together; also the thread or other material used in that process or the seam formed by surgical stitching
A.
suture
B.
gangrene
C.
suppuration
D.
fixation
Question #134
Any evidence of disease; sometimes limited to subjective evidence of disease, as experienced by the individual, such as pain, dizziness, and weakness
A.
grading
B.
symptom
C.
Diagnosis
D.
osteopathy
Question #135
Measurements that reflect basic functions necessary to maintain life
A.
anesthesia
B.
vital signs
C.
clubbing
D.
immunotherapy
Question #136
An ancient Chinese method of inserting thin needles into the body at specific points to relieve pain, induce anesthesia, or promote healing; similar effects can be obtained by using firm finger pressure at the surface of the body in the technique of acupressure
A.
acupuncture
B.
inspection
C.
Remission
D.
colic
Question #137
A method for learning control of involuntary physiologic responses by using electronic devices to monitor bodily changes and feeding this information back to a person
A.
biofeedback
B.
cyanosis
C.
Septicemia
D.
laser
Question #138
A science that stresses the condition of the nervous system in diagnosis and treatment of disease; often, the spine is manipulated to correct misalignment
A.
Systemic
B.
diaphoresis
C.
chiropractic
D.
endemic
Question #139
Practice of treating a person as a whole entity with physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. It stresses comprehensive care, involvement in one's own care, and the maintenance of good health rather than the treatment of disease.
A.
pallor
B.
abscess
C.
epidemic
D.
holistic health care
Question #140
A philosophy of treating disease by administering drugs in highly diluted form along with promoting healthy life habits and a healthy environment
A.
adhesion
B.
malaise
C.
homeopathy
D.
exacerbation
Question #141
Manipulation of the body or portion of the body to calm, relieve tension, increase circulation, and stimulate muscles
A.
immunotherapy
B.
massage
C.
iatrogenic
D.
anaplasia
Question #142
Process of clearing the mind by concentrating on the inner self while controlling breathing and perhaps repeating a word or phrase
A.
inspection
B.
meditation
C.
ascites
D.
idiopathic
Question #143
A therapeutic philosophy of helping people to heal themselves by developing healthy lifestyles; naturopaths may use some of the methods of conventional medicine
A.
normal flora
B.
cellulitis
C.
laser
D.
naturopathy
Question #144
A system of therapy based on the theory that the body can overcome disease when it has normal structure, a favorable environment, and proper nutrition
A.
osteopathy
B.
effusion
C.
exacerbation
D.
ophthalmoscope
Question #145
Enlargement of the ends of the fingers and toes because of soft-tissue growth of the nails; seen in a variety of diseases, especially lung and heart diseases
A.
iatrogenic
B.
otoscope
C.
Pandemic
D.
clubbing
Question #146
Acute abdominal pain associated with smooth-muscle spasms
A.
colic
B.
Remission
C.
palliative
D.
exacerbation
Question #147
Bluish discoloration of the skin due to lack of oxygen
A.
iatrogenic
B.
Septicemia
C.
prolapse
D.
cyanosis
Question #148
Profuse sweating
A.
parenchyma
B.
sarcoma
C.
Systemic
D.
diaphoresis
Question #149
Paleness; lack of color
A.
abscess
B.
pallor
C.
sepsis
D.
Parietal
Question #150
A feeling of discomfort or uneasiness, often indicative of infection
A.
stem cell
B.
malaise
C.
adhesion
D.
trauma
Question #151
A symptom indicating an approaching disease
A.
prodrome
B.
Visceral
C.
anaplasia
D.
toxin
Question #152
A lasting effect of a disease
A.
acid-fast stain
B.
ascites
C.
sequela
D.
abdominal cavity
Question #153
A temporary loss of consciousness because of inadequate blood flow to the brain; fainting
A.
syncope
B.
meditation
C.
communicable
D.
suture
Question #154
A group of signs and symptoms that together characterize a disease condition
A.
endemic
B.
naturopathy
C.
symptom
D.
syndrome
Question #155
An instrument for examining a canal
A.
vital signs
B.
polyp
C.
speculum
D.
osteopathy
Question #156
A substance that gives off radiation; used for diagnosis and treatment; also called radioisotope or radiopharmaceutical
A.
clubbing
B.
radionuclide
C.
purulent
D.
acupuncture
Question #157
The branch of medicine that uses radiation, such as x-rays, in the diagnosis and treatment of disease; a specialist in this field is a radiologist
A.
biofeedback
B.
suppuration
C.
radiology
D.
colic
Question #158
The branch of medicine concerned with the use of radioactive substances (radionuclides) for diagnosis, therapy, and research
A.
cyanosis
B.
chiropractic
C.
nuclear medicine
D.
Diagnosis
Question #159
A fetal protein that appears in the blood of adults with certain types of cancer
A.
alpha-fetoprotein (AFP)
B.
anesthesia
C.
holistic health care
D.
diaphoresis
Question #160
A sound, usually abnormal, heard in auscultation
A.
homeopathy
B.
massage
C.
bruit
D.
auscultation
Question #161
The expression or appearance of the face
A.
facies
B.
biopsy
C.
meditation
D.
massage
Question #162
A thin tube that can be passed into the body; used to remove fluids from or introduce fluids into a body cavity
A.
malaise
B.
catheter
C.
naturopathy
D.
cautery
Question #163
The introduction of fluid into the body, other than orally, as into the rectum or abdominal cavity; also refers to the solution thus used
A.
clysis
B.
prodrome
C.
osteopathy
D.
chemotherapy
Question #164
Flushing of a tube, cavity, or area with a fluid
A.
irrigation
B.
sequela
C.
suture
D.
clubbing
Question #165
The washing out of a cavity; irrigation
A.
lavage
B.
symptom
C.
colic
D.
syncope
Question #166
A salt (NaCl) solution compatible with living cells; also called physiologic saline solution (PSS)
A.
cyanosis
B.
normal saline solution (NS)
C.
vital signs
D.
syndrome
Question #167
Puncture of a cavity for removal of fluid
A.
diaphoresis
B.
speculum
C.
paracentesis
D.
acupuncture
Question #168
Prevention of disease
A.
radionuclide
B.
biofeedback
C.
prophylaxis
D.
pallor
Question #169
Device for allowing matter to escape from a wound or cavity; common types include Penrose (cigarette), T-tube, Jackson-Pratt (J-P), and Hemovac
A.
chiropractic
B.
Opportunistic
C.
otoscope
D.
drain
Question #170
A tie or bandage; the process of binding or tying
A.
ligature
B.
palliative
C.
Pandemic
D.
holistic health care
Question #171
Partial excision of a structure
A.
palpation
B.
homeopathy
C.
resection
D.
Remission
Question #172
In surgery, the joining of tissue by using wire staples that are pushed through the tissue and then bent
A.
stapling
B.
diaphoresis
C.
percussion
D.
Septicemia
Question #173
One who specializes in surgery
A.
surgeon
B.
prognosis
C.
Systemic
D.
pallor
Question #174
An extreme allergic reaction that can lead to respiratory distress, circulatory collapse, and death
A.
radiography
B.
malaise
C.
abscess
D.
anaphylaxis
Question #175
A substance that interferes with or opposes the action of a drug
A.
antagonist
B.
remission
C.
adhesion
D.
prodrome
Question #176
The trade or proprietary name of a drug, a registered trademark of the manufacturer; written with an initial capital letter
A.
anaplasia
B.
sequela
C.
Sign
D.
brand name
Question #177
A factor that makes the use of a drug undesirable or dangerous
A.
ligature
B.
ascites
C.
syncope
D.
contraindication
Question #178
A substance that alters body function
A.
syndrome
B.
resection
C.
drug
D.
side effect
Question #179
The power to produce a specific result; effectiveness
A.
stapling
B.
speculum
C.
efficacy
D.
substance dependence
Question #180
The nonproprietary name of a drug; that is, a name that is not privately owned or trademarked; usually a simplified version of the chemical name; not capitalized
A.
surgeon
B.
synergy
C.
generic name
D.
radionuclide
Question #181
Another name for herbal medicine
A.
phytomedicine
B.
anaphylaxis
C.
radiology
D.
tolerance
Question #182
Increased potency created by two drugs acting together
A.
antagonist
B.
potentiation
C.
withdrawal
D.
radionuclide
Question #183
Written and signed order for a drug with directions for its administration
A.
pallor
B.
radiology
C.
irrigation
D.
prescription (Rx)
Question #184
A result of drug therapy or other therapy that is unrelated to or an extension of its intended effect. The term usually applies to an undesirable effect of treatment
A.
malaise
B.
lavage
C.
side effect
D.
nuclear medicine
Question #185
A condition that may result from chronic use of a drug, in which a person has a chronic or compulsive need for a drug regardless of its adverse effects; dependence may be psychological or physical
A.
normal saline solution (NS)
B.
alpha-fetoprotein (AFP)
C.
prodrome
D.
substance dependence
Question #186
Combined action of two or more drugs working together to produce an effect greater than any of the drugs could produce when acting alone; also called synergism
A.
sequela
B.
synergy
C.
paracentesis
D.
bruit
Question #187
A condition in which chronic use of a drug results in loss of effectiveness and the dose must be increased to produce the original response
A.
syncope
B.
tolerance
C.
prophylaxis
D.
facies
Question #188
A condition that results from cessation or reduction of a drug that has been used regularly
A.
generic name
B.
drain
C.
withdrawal
D.
phytomedicine
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