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WorksheetsMedical Terminology A&P Full Length
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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.
What is the function of the brain stem?
It stores memories.
It controls voluntary muscle movements.
It connects the brain to the spinal cord and includes the midbrain, pons, and medulla oblongata.
It produces hormones.
Which of the following best describes bronchitis?
Tightening of the airways.
Inflammation of the lungs, either chronic or acute.
Accumulation of fluid in the pericardial sac.
Decreased cardiac output due to poor cardiac function.
What is the main function of capillaries?
To store blood.
To connect arteries and veins and allow for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
To pump blood throughout the body.
To filter waste from the blood.
Which term refers to the accumulation of fluid in the pericardial sac that compresses the heart?
Cardiogenic shock
Cardiac tamponade
Cerebral contusion
Capillary permeability
What is the definition of a closed fracture?
A fracture where the bone pierces the skin.
A fracture where the skin remains intact.
A fracture that only affects the cartilage.
A fracture that occurs in the spine.
Which of the following best describes chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Acute inflammation of the lungs.
Chronic disease processes caused by obstruction of the lower airways.
Temporary tightening of the airways.
Accumulation of fluid in the lungs.
A patient is experiencing decreased cardiac output due to poor cardiac function or mechanical obstruction. What is this condition called?
Cardiac tamponade
Cardiogenic shock
Compensated shock
Cerebral contusion
Which of the following is a correct definition of capillary permeability?
The ability of capillaries to contract.
The leakage of fluid out of a capillary into surrounding tissue.
The exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
The ability of capillaries to store blood.
What is the main difference between a concussion and a cerebral contusion?
A concussion is a bruise on the brain, while a cerebral contusion is a temporary alteration of brain function.
A concussion is a temporary alteration of brain function, while a cerebral contusion is bruising of the brain.
Both are the same condition.
A concussion only affects the spinal cord.
Which of the following best describes the function of the central nervous system (CNS)?
It includes only the brain.
It includes the brain and spinal cord.
It includes the heart and lungs.
It includes the digestive organs.
What is the term for the pressure exerted against the walls of the arteries in between contractions of the left ventricle?
Systole
Diastole
Diffusion
Edema
Which process describes the movement from an area of high to low concentration?
Dilate
Diffusion
Dislocation
Evaporation
What does the term "dilate" mean?
To make smaller
To make bigger
To destroy pathogens
To move a bone out of the joint
Which of the following best describes "disinfection"?
Use of chemicals to destroy pathogens
Movement of a bone out of the joint
Swelling
Inflammation of small pouches in the intestine
What is the meaning of "dislocation"?
Movement of a bone out of the joint
Swelling
Widening of blood vessels
Inflammation of the intestine
Which term refers to being away from the point of attachment?
Distal
Proximal
Epidermis
Edema
What is "distributive shock" caused by?
Poor distribution of blood due to vasodilation
Loss of blood from injury
Heart attack
Seizures
Which of the following is the inflammation of small pouches along the wall of the intestine?
Diverticulitis
Epistaxis
Edema
Eclampsia
What does "do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order" refer to?
An order to provide extra care
An advance directive to not perform resuscitation
A type of medication
A type of seizure
Where is the dorsalis pedis pulse located?
On the wrist
On the neck
On the anterior portion of the foot
On the abdomen
What does "dose" refer to in medical terms?
The amount of drug that should be administered
The type of drug
The frequency of drug administration
The side effects of a drug
What is the obligation to respond and provide care called?
Duty to act
Empathy
Entrapment
Exhalation
What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?
Dyspnea
Edema
Epistaxis
Empathy
What does "ecchymosis" refer to?
Medical term for bruising
Swelling
Seizure disorder
Loss of heat
What are pregnancy-induced seizures called?
Eclampsia
Edema
Epistaxis
Empathy
What is an "ectopic pregnancy"?
A pregnancy that develops outside the uterus
A pregnancy with twins
A pregnancy with complications
A pregnancy with seizures
What does "edema" mean?
Swelling
Bruising
Bleeding
Seizure
What is an "embolus"?
An obstruction in a blood vessel
A type of seizure
A type of swelling
A type of bruise
Who is an "emergency medical dispatcher (EMD)"?
A dispatcher trained to give medical instructions to 9-1-1 callers
A nurse in the emergency room
A paramedic on the scene
A doctor in the hospital
What is an "emergency move"?
Patient movement techniques used when patient must be moved out of danger immediately
A type of exercise
A type of medication
A type of surgery
What does "empathy" mean in a medical context?
Ability to see things from the patient's perspective
Ability to diagnose diseases
Ability to perform surgery
Ability to administer medication
Which disease leads to destruction of the alveoli?
Emphysema
Epilepsy
Edema
Eclampsia
What does "Enhanced 9-1-1" do?
Automatically ties a location to the call
Provides medical care
Dispatches ambulances
Diagnoses patients
What is "entrapment"?
When a person is trapped in a confined space
When a person is having a seizure
When a person is bleeding
When a person is swelling
What is the outermost layer of the skin called?
Epidermis
Epiglottis
Esophagus
Edema
What is "epidural hematoma"?
Bleeding beneath the skull and above the dura mater
Swelling of the brain
Inflammation of the skin
Seizure disorder
What is the function of the "epiglottis"?
Flap that covers the trachea during swallowing
Tube that connects mouth to stomach
Outermost layer of the skin
Muscle in the heart
What is "epilepsy"?
A seizure disorder
A type of swelling
A type of bruise
A type of pregnancy
What does "epistaxis" refer to?
A nosebleed
A seizure
A bruise
A swelling
What are "esophageal varices"?
Weakening of the blood vessels lining the esophagus
Swelling of the esophagus
Bleeding in the stomach
Seizures in the throat
What is the "esophagus"?
Tube that connects the mouth to the stomach
Flap that covers the trachea
Outermost layer of the skin
Muscle in the heart
What does "evaporation" refer to in a medical context?
Loss of heat through evaporation of water from the skin
Swelling of the skin
Bleeding from the skin
Bruising of the skin
What is "evisceration"?
Open abdominal injury with internal organs protruding
Swelling of the abdomen
Bleeding from the abdomen
Bruising of the abdomen
What is "exhalation"?
The passive part of breathing
The active part of breathing
The process of swallowing
The process of digesting
What is the definition of hematoma?
Collection of blood under the skin in tissue or body cavity.
Blood in urine.
Coughing up blood.
High blood pressure.
Which term describes the presence of blood in the pleural cavity?
Hemothorax
Hematuria
Hemoptysis
Hypoxia
What does homeostasis refer to?
A state of balance or equilibrium within the body.
Excessive rate or volume of ventilation.
High blood glucose level.
Low blood pressure.
Which of the following best describes hypovolemia?
Low blood volume.
High blood pressure.
Swelling.
Death to an area of the body’s tissues.
What is the function of an incident commander (IC) in an MCI?
The leader of the MCI that all others report to either directly or indirectly.
The person who provides medical treatment.
The person who transports patients.
The person who records patient data.
Which of the following is a recommended use for a medication?
Indication
Infarction
Incision
Inflammation
A patient is experiencing inadequate oxygen supply to the body’s cells and tissues. What is this condition called?
Hypoxia
Hyperglycemia
Hypothermia
Hypertension
What is the difference between implied consent and informed consent?
Implied consent is assumed when a patient cannot expressly provide it, while informed consent is given after all relevant facts are disclosed.
Implied consent is given after all facts are disclosed, while informed consent is assumed.
Both mean the same thing.
Implied consent is only for minors, informed consent is for adults.
Which of the following best describes the term "hyperventilation"?
Excessive rate or volume of ventilation.
Low blood glucose level.
High blood pressure.
Swelling.
A diabetic problem similar to DKA but without the acidosis is called:
Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome (HHNS)
Hypoglycemia
Hypertension
Hypovolemia
What is the definition of "melena"?
Dark, tarry stool.
Difficulty breathing while lying down.
Abnormal skin color due to poor circulation.
Failure to meet the standard of care.
Which device is used to deliver aerosolized medication through inhalation?
Metered dose inhaler (MDI)
Nasogastric tube
Occlusive dressing
Palm method
What does the term "midline" refer to in anatomy?
Divides the body into left and right sides.
The middle muscle layer of the heart.
The period of childhood from birth up to 28 days of age.
The upper part of the pharynx behind the nose.
Which of the following best describes "negligence" in a medical context?
Failure to meet the standard of care.
Abnormal skin color due to vasoconstriction.
Shock due to spinal cord injury.
An airtight dressing.
What is the purpose of the palm method in medical assessment?
To estimate the extent of burn injury.
To deliver medication through inhalation.
To wrap an umbilical cord around the baby's neck.
To measure the heart's ability to contract.
Which term refers to a pregnancy with more than one fetus?
Multiple births
Miscarriage
Open fracture
Orthopnea
A patient is experiencing shock due to spinal cord injury. What type of shock is this?
Neurogenic shock
Obstructive shock
Cardiogenic shock
Septic shock
What is the function of an occlusive dressing?
To create an airtight seal.
To deliver medication to the stomach.
To estimate burn injury extent.
To divide the body into left and right sides.
Which of the following best describes "nuclear radiation"?
Radioactive energy with the ability to cause injury and damage DNA molecules.
A device used to deliver aerosolized medication.
The period of childhood from birth up to 28 days of age.
The upper part of the pharynx behind the nose.
A patient is found to have an umbilical cord wrapped around the baby's neck. What is this condition called?
Nuchal cord
Nasogastric tube
Oropharynx
Occiput
Which term refers to the heart's ability to contract?
Myocardial contractility
Myocardium
Myocardial infarction
Melena
What is the main difference between "open fracture" and "occlusive dressing"?
Open fracture is a fracture where the skin is broken; occlusive dressing is an airtight dressing.
Open fracture is a type of dressing; occlusive dressing is a type of fracture.
Open fracture is a device for inhalation; occlusive dressing is a method to estimate burn injury.
Open fracture is a type of shock; occlusive dressing is a type of consent.
A patient is experiencing difficulty breathing while lying down. What is this condition called?
Orthopnea
Melena
Neonate
Miosis
Which of the following is a chemical weapon that interferes with the body's transmission of nerve impulses?
Nerve agents
Nuclear radiation
Myocardial infarction
Negligence
What is the term for excessive thirst?
Polyphagia
Polyuria
Polydipsia
Pneumothorax
Which condition is defined as the compression of the lung due to accumulation of air in the space surrounding the lung?
Pulmonary edema
Pneumothorax
Pulmonary contusion
Proximal cause
What does the term "posterior" refer to?
Toward the front
Toward the back
Toward the side
Toward the head
Which of the following best describes "postural hypotension"?
High blood pressure when standing
Blood pressure drops abnormally when standing up after sitting or lying down
Low blood pressure at all times
High blood pressure after exercise
What is the primary function of pulse oximetry?
Measures blood pressure
Measures the oxygen saturation of hemoglobin
Measures heart rate
Measures blood sugar
Which arteries carry blood from the right side of the heart to the lungs?
Pulmonary veins
Pulmonary arteries
Radial arteries
Carotid arteries
What is the difference between systolic and diastolic pressures called?
Pulse oximetry
Pulse pressure
Radial pulse
Preload
Which of the following best describes "quality improvement (QI)" in EMS?
The process of hiring new staff
Continuous review and auditing of all aspects of EMS system to identify areas of improvement
The process of treating patients
The process of purchasing new equipment
A patient presents with bruising around the eyes indicating a possible basal skull fracture. What is this sign called?
Raccoon's eyes
Pulmonary contusion
Priapism
Preschooler
Which of the following terms refers to paralysis of all four extremities?
Paraplegia
Quadriplegia
Priapism
Proximal cause
A teacher wants to test students' understanding of the difference between "primary assessment" and "primary triage." Which of the following best distinguishes the two?
Primary assessment is for categorizing patients, while primary triage is for identifying life-threatening conditions.
Primary assessment is for identifying and treating immediately life-threatening conditions, while primary triage is for quickly categorizing patients into one of four categories.
Both are used for the same purpose.
Primary triage is only used in hospitals.
Which of the following best describes "proximal"?
Far from the point of attachment
Close to or near the point of attachment
At the surface of the body
Deep within the body
What is the involuntary penile erection called?
Priapism
Preload
Postictal
Power grip
Which of the following is a chemical weapon that causes respiratory distress and pulmonary edema, also known as choking agents?
Pulmonary veins
Pulmonary agents
Pulmonary contusion
Pulmonary edema
A patient is experiencing syncope due to sudden, temporary vasodilation. What is this condition called?
Pulmonary edema
Psychogenic shock
Postural hypotension
Primary respiratory drive
What is the function of a small volume nebulizer (SVN)?
It is used to aerosolize respiratory medications for inhalation.
It is used to measure blood pressure.
It is used to monitor heart rate.
It is used to sterilize surgical instruments.
Which type of muscle is typically under voluntary control?
Skeletal muscle
Smooth muscle
Cardiac muscle
Involuntary muscle
What does the term "subcutaneous tissue" refer to?
Body fat
Muscle tissue
Bone marrow
Nervous tissue
What is the main purpose of standard precautions in healthcare?
To prevent disease transmission
To increase patient comfort
To reduce medication errors
To improve surgical outcomes
Which of the following best describes a "stroke"?
A lack of blood flow to the brain causing permanent damage to brain cells
A muscle injury
A type of seizure
A burn injury
What is the difference between a sprain and a strain?
A sprain is an injury to a ligament, while a strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon.
A sprain is an injury to a muscle, while a strain is an injury to a bone.
A sprain is a type of seizure, while a strain is a type of burn.
A sprain is a respiratory condition, while a strain is a cardiac condition.
My radius is (a) to my ulna
Which TWO terms mean towards the head. (based on the photo)
Lateral, Posterior
Dorsal, Posterior
Anterior, Ventral
Cephalic, Superior
Anatomical terms that apply to the backside of the body when it is in anatomical position:
Ventral and Anterior
Back and Rear
Posterior and Dorsal
Cephalic and Lateral
cells
organs
tissues
organ systmes
What is anatomy?
Structure of the human body
Function of the human body
