Medical Terminology A&P Full Length

What is the definition of "abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)"?

• A weakening in the wall of the aorta in the abdominal region.

• A rapid onset of abdominal pain.

• A scraping injury to the surface of the skin.

• A hypersensitive immune response to an allergen.

Which term describes movement away from the midline, or spreading apart, such as with fingers?

• Abduction

• Adduction

• Amputation

• Absorption

What is the primary difference between aerobic and anaerobic metabolism?

• Aerobic metabolism requires oxygen, while anaerobic metabolism does not.

• Anaerobic metabolism requires oxygen, while aerobic metabolism does not.

• Both require oxygen.

• Neither requires oxygen.

Which of the following best describes "acute myocardial infarction (AMI)"?

• Death to myocardial muscle, also called heart attack.

• Rapid onset of abdominal pain.

• Severe, life-threatening allergic reaction.

• Weakening in the wall of an artery.

What is the function of alveoli in the lungs?

• Exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide with the pulmonary capillaries.

• Store blood for the heart.

• Produce energy without oxygen.

• Stimulate an allergic reaction.

Which term refers to a medication that stimulates a response?

• Agonist

• Allergen

• Amniotic sac

• Anatomy

What is the purpose of an advance directive?

• To specify a patient’s wishes regarding treatment and resuscitative efforts.

• To describe the structure of the body.

• To define a rapid onset of pain.

• To explain the process of energy production.

Which of the following best describes "anaphylactic shock"?

• Severe, life-threatening allergic reaction.

• Rapid onset of abdominal pain.

• Weakening in the wall of an artery.

• Scraping injury to the skin.

What does the term "anatomic position" refer to?

• Standing, facing forward, arms at the sides, palms out.

• Lying down with arms at the sides.

• Sitting with arms crossed.

• Standing with arms raised above the head.

Which of the following is the correct definition of "amputation"?

• Injury resulting in a completely severed body part.

• Weakening in the wall of an artery.

• Rapid onset of pain.

• Passage of material through the intestine into the bloodstream.