CPCT Module 1 Vocabulary

Select the correct term for the following definition: The unintentional inhalation of liquid or other matter into the pulmonary system; also, the extraction or removal of a substance or material from the body through the use of a syringe or similar instrument. (a)  

• Aspiration
• Emesis
• Enema
• Flexion

Select the correct term for the following definition: A fluid synthesized by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, essential for the digestion and absorption of fats.​​ (a)  

• Bile
• Electrode
• Enema
• Emesis

Select the correct term for the following definition: A biological or chemical agent that poses a threat to human health and the environment.​ ​ ​ ​ (a)  

• Empathy

• Capillary Refill

• Crepitus

• Biohazard

Select the correct term for the following definition: A device used for oxygen delivery, consisting of a length of tubing equipped with two small prongs designed for insertion into the nares (nostrils).​ (a)  

• Electrode
• Flexion
• Capillary Refill
• Cannula

Select the correct term for the following definition: An emergency procedure encompassing chest compressions and artificial respiration, aimed at facilitating air exchange and blood circulation in individuals experiencing cardiac arrest and respiratory failure. (a)  

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Electrode
• Diaphoresis
• Crepitus

Select the correct term for the following definition: A sensor, typically small in size, affixed to the skin to detect and record the electrical activity of the heart.​ (a)  

• Cannula

• Capillary Refill

• Flexion

• Electrode

Select the correct term for the following definition: Profuse or excessive perspiration. (a)  

• Diaphoresis
• Dyspnea

• Emesis

• Empathy

Select the correct term for the following definition: Labored or difficult breathing. (a)   .

• Dyspnea
• Diaphoresis
• Capillary Refill
• Diastolic

Select the correct term for the following definition: The capacity to understand and share the feelings of another, demonstrating sensitivity to their experiences without necessarily expressing pity or commiseration.​ ​ ​ (a)  

• Emesis
• Flexion
• Empathy
• Bile

Select the correct term for the following definition: The introduction of fluid into the rectum for the purpose of evacuating bowel contents, administering contrast agents for diagnostic imaging, or providing nutritional support or medication.

(a)  

• Enema
• Diaphoresis
• Aspiration
• Biohazard