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Medical and Industrial Terms

Total questions: 18

Worksheet time: 9mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Abscess

a)

A type of bacterial infection that spreads throughout the body

b)

A localized space in the body containing pus and liquified tissue

c)

An inflammation of the skin caused by an allergic reaction

d)

A condition where the body produces excess mucus

2.

Acid detergent

a)

Organic, acid-based cleaning agent; best used for removing mineral deposits

b)

A neutral pH cleaner suitable for all surfaces

c)

A strong alkaline cleaner for grease and oil removal

d)

A synthetic detergent for general cleaning purposes

3.

Abdomen

a)

Part of the body between the chest and pelvis

b)

The upper part of the body containing the heart and lungs

c)

The lower part of the body including the legs

d)

The area of the body that houses the brain

4.

Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)

a)

Viral disease that attacks the immune system.

b)

Bacterial infection that affects the lungs.

c)

Fungal infection that causes skin rashes.

d)

Parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes.

5.

Abort

a)

Failed or incomplete machine cycle caused by a malfunction

b)

Successful completion of a machine cycle

c)

Initiation of a machine cycle

d)

A routine maintenance check

6.

ACCIH

a)

Abbreviation for the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists

b)

Association of Certified Clinical Industrial Hygienists

c)

American Council for Chemical Industry Health

d)

Association of Community College Industrial Hygienists

7.

Absorbent towel

a)

All-cotton towel featuring a plain weave with only the warp yarns tightly twisted

b)

A synthetic towel designed for quick drying

c)

A towel made from a blend of cotton and polyester

d)

A heavy towel with a looped texture for extra softness

8.

Acceptance sampling

a)

Inspection of a sample from a larger lot to determine whether the lot should be accepted

b)

A method of testing every item in a lot before acceptance

c)

A process of rejecting all items in a lot based on a single defect

d)

A technique used to measure the quality of a product after it has been produced

9.

Abrasive

a)

Any of a wide variety of natural or manufactured gritty substances used to grind, wear down, rub away, smooth or scour

b)

A type of adhesive used in construction

c)

A method of painting that involves rough surfaces

d)

A tool used for measuring distances

10.

Abduction

a)

Movement towards the midline; turning inward

b)

Movement away from the midline; turning outward

c)

Movement in a circular direction

d)

Movement along a straight line

11.

Acidity

a)

Measurement of the amount of acid present

b)

Measurement of the amount of base present

c)

Measurement of pH level in a solution

d)

Measurement of temperature in a solution

12.

Acidosis

a)

Condition that results from a decrease in the pH of body fluids

b)

Condition that results from an increase in the pH of body fluids

c)

Condition characterized by elevated blood sugar levels

d)

Condition that affects the respiratory system

13.

Acid-fast bacteria

a)

Bacteria that do not decolorize when acid is added to the stained smear

b)

Bacteria that are easily stained with basic dyes

c)

Bacteria that can survive extreme temperatures

d)

Bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics

14.

ABC analysis

a)

An inventory management strategy focusing on the most valuable items first

b)

A method for calculating total inventory costs

c)

A technique for forecasting future inventory needs

d)

A strategy for reducing inventory turnover

15.

Acid scrubber

a)

Type of ethylene oxide (EO) emission control device

b)

A device used for measuring pH levels

c)

A type of acid used in chemical reactions

d)

A filtration system for air pollutants

16.

Absolute pressure (steam sterilizer)

a)

Gauge pressure (machine produced) plus (+) atmospheric pressure (14.7 pounds per square inch at sea level)

b)

Atmospheric pressure minus (-) gauge pressure

c)

Gauge pressure only

d)

Atmospheric pressure only

17.

Acid

a)

Compound with a pH less than 7.0 and with a sour, sharp or biting taste; compound with a water solution that contains positive hydrogen ions (e.g., HCI)

b)

A substance that has a pH greater than 7.0 and tastes sweet

c)

A neutral compound with a pH of 7.0 that does not taste sour or sweet

d)

A compound that reacts with bases to form salts and water

18.

AAMI

a)

Abbreviation for the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation

b)

A type of medical imaging technique

c)

A certification for medical professionals

d)

A standard for medical device safety