Medical Terminology Quiz

What does the term "Abdomen" refer to?

• The part of the body between the chest and pelvis

• A condition that develops suddenly

• Low blood pressure

• A feeling of sickness with an urge to vomit

Which term describes a condition that is not harmful or cancerous?

• Chronic

• Benign

• Severe

• Urgent

What is the definition of "Hypertension"?

• Low blood pressure

• High blood pressure

• A feeling of unease

• Difficulty in breathing

What does "Nausea" mean?

• A method of examining the body by touch

• A feeling of sickness with an urge to vomit

• A condition that persists over a long period

• A sign of poor circulation

What is "Pallor" often a sign of?

• High blood pressure

• Poor circulation or anemia

• A fast heart rate

• Shortness of breath

What does "Radial Pulse" refer to?

• The act of breathing in and out

• The pulse felt at the wrist

• A condition that develops suddenly

• A feeling of unease

What is "Respiration"?

• The act of breathing in and out

• A condition that is not harmful

• A feeling of sickness

• A method of examining the body

What does "Systolic" indicate in a blood pressure reading?

• The bottom number

• The top number

• A fast heart rate

• Low blood pressure

What is "Tachycardia"?

• A slow heart rate

• An abnormally fast heart rate

• Low blood pressure

• A feeling of unease

What does "Dyspnea" refer to?

• Difficulty in breathing

• High blood pressure

• A condition that is not harmful

• A feeling of sickness