PLTW Biomedical Innovation Exam

What is the first step in the engineering design process?

• Build a prototype

• Define the problem

• Test and evaluate

• Communicate results

Which team member would most likely design the floorplan for the ER?

• Clinical technician

• Epidemiologist

• Biomedical engineer

• Radiologist

Which of the following is a reliable source when conducting scientific research?

• Wikipedia

• Peer-reviewed journal

• Blog post

• YouTube video

In the context of scientific data, what does it mean to 'triangulate' findings?

• Confirm the hypothesis using three angles

• Use multiple sources or methods to verify data

• Adjust the data set to fit expected outcomes

• Compare three unrelated studies

Which system is primarily responsible for oxygen transport in the body?

• Digestive system

• Circulatory system

• Nervous system

• Endocrine system

Which variable is manipulated by the researcher in an experiment?

• Dependent

• Control

• Independent

• Confounding

What drives innovation in the biomedical field?

• Profit and politics

• Identified health needs and scientific research

• Trends in technology alone

• Fashion and design preferences

Which of the following is an example of an assistive device?

• MRI scanner

• Cochlear implant

• Ultrasound

• PET scanner

What is the purpose of a technical brief in a design project?

• To summarize background, purpose, and specifications

• To serve as a promotional ad

• To replace blueprints

• To record financial data

Which of the following is an example of user-centered design?

• Using expensive materials

• Considering patient comfort and needs

• Reducing staff size

• Prioritizing aesthetics over function