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WorksheetsUnit 2 DHO Study Quiz
Total questions: 85
Worksheet time: 43mins
Which of the following best describes the cranial and spinal cavities?
They are located in the abdominal cavity and contain digestive organs.
They are both found in the ventral cavity and contain the heart and lungs.
They are both parts of the dorsal cavity, which is located along the back of the body and protects the brain and spinal cord.
They are small cavities found only in the arms and legs.
Which organ is found inside the cranial cavity?
The brain
The liver
The kidneys
The intestines
What does the 'spinal cavity' contain?
The spinal cord
The heart
The lungs
The stomach
What does the 'thoracic cavity' contain?
Esophagus, trachea, bronchi, lungs, heart, and large blood vessels
Stomach, liver, pancreas, spleen, and intestines
Kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra
Brain, spinal cord, and meninges
What does the 'abdominal cavity' contain?
Stomach, small intestine, most of the large intestine, appendix, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen
Heart, lungs, trachea, and esophagus
Brain, cerebellum, and pituitary gland
Kidneys, urinary bladder, and ureters
What does the 'pelvic cavity' contain?
Urinary bladder, reproductive organs, and the last part of the large intestine
Heart, lungs, and trachea
Stomach, liver, and pancreas
Kidneys, adrenal glands, and spleen
What does the 'orbital cavity' contain?
The eyes
The tongue
The brain
The teeth
What does the 'nasal cavity' contain?
Parts of the nose
Bones of the leg
Muscles of the arm
Chambers of the heart
What does the 'buccal cavity' contain?
The teeth and tongue
The lungs and heart
The liver and pancreas
The kidneys and bladder
What is 'etiology'?
Study of the causes of diseases
Study of the structure of tissues
Study of the treatment of diseases
Study of the symptoms of diseases
What is 'pathology'?
Study of diseases
Study of plants
Study of weather
Study of rocks
What is 'genome'?
Total mass of genetic instruction humans inherit from their parents
A type of protein found in cells
A process of cell division
A disease caused by genetic mutation
What is 'metabolism'?
All the chemical reactions that occur in cells to maintain life, including growth, metabolism, and reproduction
The process of breaking down food only
The movement of muscles in the body
The process of breathing in oxygen
What is 'pyrexia'?
Fever
Cough
Headache
Rash
What is the normal range for 'fever'?
Fever is a fever of greater than 101°F (38.3°C)
Fever is a fever of less than 98.6°F (37°C)
Fever is a fever of exactly 100°F (37.8°C)
Fever is a fever of less than 95°F (35°C)
What is 'hyperthermia'?
Occurs when body temperature exceeds 104°F (40°C) and is caused by prolonged exposure to hot temperatures, brain damage, and serious infections. Immediate actions must be taken to lower body temperature because temperatures above can quickly lead to convulsions, brain damage, and death.
Occurs when the body loses too much water and salt through sweating, leading to muscle cramps and weakness.
A condition where the body temperature drops below 95°F (35°C) due to prolonged exposure to cold environments.
A mild allergic reaction to certain foods causing skin rashes and itching.
What is 'hypothermia'?
Low body temperature, below 95°F (35°C), can be caused by prolonged exposure to cold. Death occurs when body temperature drops below 93°F (33.9°C) for a period of time.
High body temperature, above 104°F (40°C), usually caused by infection or heat stroke.
A condition where the body loses too much blood, leading to shock and organ failure.
A severe allergic reaction causing swelling, difficulty breathing, and a drop in blood pressure.
What is 'hypoxemia'?
Low blood oxygen levels
High blood sugar levels
Excessive sweating
High blood pressure
What is 'edema'?
Swelling of the body tissues
Loss of appetite
Excessive sweating
Abnormal heart rhythm
What is 'adenoma'?
Glandular tumor
Benign bone growth
Malignant skin lesion
Inflammatory joint disease
What is 'abdominoplasty'?
Surgical repair of the abdomen (tummy tuck)
Removal of the appendix
Surgical repair of the heart
Surgical removal of the gallbladder
What is 'peritonitis'?
Inflammation of the peritoneum
Swelling of the lymph nodes
Infection of the lungs
Degeneration of the liver
What is 'digestion'?
Physical and chemical breakdown of food by the body in preparation for absorption
The process of breathing in oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide
The circulation of blood throughout the body
The transmission of nerve impulses in the brain
What is 'absorption'?
Act or process of absorbing or soaking up nutrients
Breaking down food into smaller pieces
Transporting oxygen in the blood
Removing waste from the body
What is 'assimilation'?
Process by which the body uses food for growth, development, and health
Process of breaking down food into smaller pieces
Process of absorbing water from food
Process of eliminating waste from the body
What is 'malnutrition'?
Lack of food nutrients needed by the body to produce energy
Excessive intake of vitamins and minerals
Consuming only fruits and vegetables
Drinking too much water
What is 'mesentery'?
Double-layered membrane that separates the thoracic and abdominal cavities
A single-layered membrane covering the heart
A muscle that aids in breathing
A gland located near the stomach
What is 'anabolism'?
Building up complex substances from simpler ones, requiring energy
Breaking down complex substances into simpler ones, releasing energy
Transporting substances across cell membranes without energy
Storing genetic information in the nucleus
What is 'catabolism'?
Breaking down complex substances into simpler ones, releasing energy
Building up complex substances from simpler ones, requiring energy
Transporting substances across cell membranes
Storing genetic information in the nucleus
What is 'physiological'?
Relating to the way in which a living organism or bodily part functions
A type of chemical reaction
A form of psychological disorder
A method of plant reproduction
What is 'vital signs'?
Body temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure
Height, weight, and vision
Blood sugar, cholesterol, and hemoglobin
Hearing, smell, and taste
What is 'heat exhaustion'?
Condition resulting from exposure to heat and excessive loss of fluid through sweating
A condition caused by extreme cold and frostbite
A disease resulting from bacterial infection
A type of allergic reaction to pollen
What is 'heat stroke'?
Medical emergency caused by prolonged exposure to high temperatures, failure of the sweat glands, and resulting in high body temperature
A mild fever caused by cold weather
A skin condition caused by sunburn
A muscle injury due to excessive exercise
What are 'examples of heat loss'?
Sweating, skin, exhaled air, and excretion
Digestion, absorption, and assimilation
Photosynthesis, transpiration, and respiration
Condensation, precipitation, and evaporation
What is 'edema'?
Swelling of the body tissues
Loss of appetite
Excessive sweating
Abnormal heart rhythm
What is 'serous fluid'?
Thin, watery body fluid
Thick, sticky body fluid
Solidified body tissue
Gaseous body substance
What is 'self-actualization'?
Ability to achieve one's full potential
Desire for social approval
Need for basic survival
Pursuit of material wealth
What is 'dependability'?
Accepting the responsibility required by one's position, being prompt in reporting to work and maintaining a good attendance record, performing assigned tasks on time and accurately
Having a positive attitude towards coworkers and patients
Demonstrating advanced technical skills in all areas
Wearing the appropriate uniform at all times
What is 'willingness to learn'?
Adapting to changes and learning new procedures to ensure strong educational retention and remain competent in a particular field
Refusing to accept new information and sticking to old habits
Avoiding any form of training or skill development
Only learning when forced by external circumstances
What is 'self-motivation'?
Ability to begin or follow through with a task without the assistance of others
Relying on others to complete a task
Waiting for instructions before starting a task
Needing constant supervision to finish work
What is 'discretion'?
Ability to use good judgment and self-restraint in speech or behavior
A type of legal punishment
A form of physical exercise
A method of financial investment
What are 'values'?
Beliefs, ideas, customs, and characteristics passed down from one generation to the next (i.e. learned, shared, social, and dynamic/constantly changing)
Physical objects used in daily life
Mathematical numbers used in calculations
Natural resources found in the environment
What is a 'communicable disease'?
Disease that is transmitted from one individual to another
Disease that cannot be treated
Disease that is inherited genetically
Disease that affects only animals
What is an 'epidemic'?
Infectious disease that affects a large number of people within a population, community, or region at the same time
A disease that only affects animals
A condition that is always fatal
A rare genetic disorder
What is an 'endemic'?
Disease or outbreak of disease that is regularly present in a particular region or population
A disease that spreads worldwide rapidly
A disease that has been eradicated from a region
A disease that only affects animals
What is a 'pandemic'?
Infectious disease outbreak that affects many people over a wide geographic area, worldwide condition
A disease that only affects animals in a specific region
A rare genetic disorder found in isolated communities
A seasonal allergy common in certain climates
What is the 'midsagittal plane'?
Imaginary line that divides the body into equal right and left sides
Imaginary line that divides the body into upper and lower halves
Imaginary line that divides the body into front and back portions
Imaginary line that divides the body into unequal right and left sides
What does 'medial' mean?
Closer to the midline of the body
Farther from the midline of the body
Towards the surface of the body
Away from the surface of the body
What does 'lateral' mean?
Farther from the midline of the body
Closer to the midline of the body
Above a structure
Below a structure
What does 'superior' mean?
Body parts above other body parts
Body parts below other body parts
Body parts to the side of other body parts
Body parts inside other body parts
What does 'inferior' mean?
Body parts below other body parts
Body parts above other body parts
Body parts to the side of other body parts
Body parts inside other body parts
What does 'proximal' mean?
Closest to the point of attachment or area of reference
Farthest from the point of attachment or area of reference
Located on the opposite side
Situated above a reference point
What does 'distal' mean?
Farthest from the point of attachment or area of reference
Closest to the midline of the body
Located on the surface of the body
Toward the head or upper part of a structure
What is a 'contusion'?
Injury to the tissue without breaking the skin, causing a bruise
A deep cut or laceration of the skin
A broken bone
A burn caused by heat or chemicals
What is an 'abrasion'?
Any scrape that results in physical harm or pain, or mental anguish
A deep cut that requires stitches
A broken bone or fracture
A burn caused by heat or chemicals
What is 'negligence'?
Failure to care for a patient in the way any careful, resulting in injury to another person
Providing extra care to a patient beyond standard procedures
Administering medication as prescribed by a doctor
Ensuring patient safety at all times
What is 'defamation'?
False statement that causes a person to be ridiculed or contempt or causes damage to a reputation
A legal agreement between two parties
A type of physical injury
A form of government regulation
What is 'malpractice'?
Providing improper or unprofessional treatment or care that results in injury to another person
A type of insurance for healthcare professionals
A routine medical procedure
A method of improving patient care
What is 'invasion of privacy'?
Revealing personal information about an individual without their consent
Allowing someone to use your property
Helping someone in need
Reporting a crime to the authorities
What is 'assault and battery'?
Assault includes a threat or attempt to injure, and battery includes the unlawful touching of another person without consent
Assault and battery are both forms of verbal abuse only
Assault and battery refer to property damage crimes
Assault is a type of theft, and battery is a type of fraud
What is 'slander'?
False spoken statement that causes a person ridicule or contempt or causes damage to the person's reputation
A written statement that praises a person
A legal term for a business contract
A type of government regulation
Fill in the blank: ______ is a false written statement that causes a person ridicule or contempt or causes damage to the person's reputation.
libel
slander
perjury
fraud
Fill in the blank: ______ law is law that focuses on behavior known as crime; deals with wrongs against a person, property, or society.
criminal
civil
constitutional
administrative
Fill in the blank: ______ law deals with civil laws.
Torts
Criminal
Constitutional
Administrative
Fill in the blank: ______ needs are basic physical or psychological needs required by every human being to sustain life.
physiological
aesthetic
self-actualization
esteem
Fill in the blank: ______ precautions are precautions that must be followed to prevent transmission of pathogenic organisms by way of blood and body fluids.
standard
contact
airborne
droplet
Fill in the blank: ______ is the anatomical body position where the body faces forward, palms forward, arms at sides.
anatomical
supine
prone
lateral
Fill in the blank: ______ consent is permission granted voluntarily by a person who is of sound mind and aware of all factors involved.
informed
implied
forced
partial
Fill in the blank: ______ of motion is when you are able to actively move a body part on your own.
range
speed
force
angle
Fill in the blank: ______ reflex is when you stroke a baby's cheek and they turn towards the side you stroked.
rooting
grasp
moro
babinski
Fill in the blank: ______ reflex is when you place your finger in a baby's hand and they grasp your finger.
grasping
rooting
startle
sucking
Fill in the blank: ______ is the number of times your hand is able to heal before using a hazardous chemical.
safety
temperature
pressure
volume
Fill in the blank: Symptoms of ______ include unexplained bruises, fractures, burns, or injuries; signs of neglect such as poor personal hygiene, irrational fears, or a change in personality; aggressive or withdrawn behavior; patient statements that indicate abuse or neglect.
abuse
infection
dehydration
allergy
Fill in the blank: The chain of infection includes: ______, Agent, Mode of Transmission, Portal of Entry, Susceptible Host.
Reservoir
Antibody
Vaccine
Antigen
Fill in the blank: ______ is the classification of people based on physical or biological characteristics.
race
religion
nationality
language
Fill in the blank: ______ is privileged communication that has been told to a health care professional by the patient; must be kept confidential and shared only with other members of the patient's health care team. It cannot be told to anyone else without the written consent of the patient.
confidential
diagnosis
prescription
treatment
Fill in the blank: ______ is a pulse taken at the apex of the heart with a stethoscope.
apical
radial
carotid
brachial
Fill in the blank: 5 places to take a pulse are: neck, ear, wrist, ankle, ______.
finger
shoulder
elbow
chin
Fill in the blank: 5 places to take a temperature are: oral, rectal, axillary, aural, ______.
temporal
carotid
radial
femoral
Fill in the blank: ______ position is when the patient lies flat on the back, face upward or supine position.
horizontal recumbent
prone
lateral
Trendelenburg
Fill in the blank: ______ position is when the patient lies on the abdomen.
prone
supine
lateral
fowler's
Fill in the blank: ______ position is when the patient lies on left side with right knee bent and arm out to side.
Sim's or left Lateral
Supine
Prone
Fowler's
Fill in the blank: ______ position is when the patient is on back, elevated to 45 degrees.
Fowler's
Prone
Supine
Trendelenburg
Fill in the blank: ______ Fowler's is when the patient is on back, elevated to 40 degrees.
Semi
High
Low
Full
Fill in the blank: ______ Fowler's is when the patient is on back, elevated to 90 degrees.
High
Low
Semi
Standard
