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WorksheetsMedical Terminology and EKG Worksheet
Total questions: 37
Worksheet time: 19mins
What is tachycardia?
A fast heart rate above 100 bpm.
A slow heart rate below 60 bpm.
Irregular heart rhythm.
Complete stoppage of the heart.
What is bradycardia?
A slow heart rate below 60 bpm.
A rapid heart rate above 100 bpm.
Irregular heart rhythm.
Complete absence of heartbeats.
What is hypertension? ________
High blood pressure (≥140/90 mmHg).
Low blood pressure (≤90/60 mmHg).
Normal blood pressure (120/80 mmHg).
Irregular heartbeat.
What is hypotension?
Low blood pressure (<90/60 mmHg).
High blood pressure (>140/90 mmHg).
Normal blood pressure (120/80 mmHg).
Rapid heart rate (>100 bpm).
What is tachypnea?
Fast breathing (over 20 breaths/min).
Slow breathing (less than 12 breaths/min).
Irregular heart rhythm.
Low blood pressure.
What is bradypnea?
Slow breathing (under 12 breaths/min).
Rapid breathing (over 20 breaths/min).
Difficulty in breathing.
Irregular breathing pattern.
What is SpO2? ________
Oxygen saturation measured by pulse oximeter. Normal = 95–100%.
Blood pressure measured by sphygmomanometer. Normal = 120/80 mmHg.
Heart rate measured by ECG. Normal = 60–100 bpm.
Respiratory rate measured by observation. Normal = 12–20 breaths/min.
What does ADLs stand for? ________
Activities of Daily Living.
Advanced Data Logistics.
Automated Driving Lessons.
Applied Developmental Learning.
Define ambulation.
Assisting a patient with walking.
Measuring a patient's blood pressure.
Administering medication to a patient.
Performing a surgical procedure.
What is Fowler’s position?
Semi-sitting (45–60°).
Lying flat on the back.
Prone with head turned to one side.
Sitting with legs dangling off the bed.
What is High Fowler’s position used for? ________
High Fowler’s position is used for patients who have difficulty breathing, as it allows for better lung expansion and easier breathing.
High Fowler’s position is used for patients who need to prevent pressure ulcers on the heels.
High Fowler’s position is used for patients who require spinal alignment after surgery.
High Fowler’s position is used for patients who are undergoing a lumbar puncture.
Describe Sims' position.
Left side lying; used for enemas/rectal exams.
Supine with legs elevated; used for childbirth.
Prone with arms at sides; used for spinal exams.
Sitting upright; used for respiratory distress.
What is aspiration?
Inhaling food, liquid, or vomit into the lungs.
Exhaling air forcefully from the lungs.
Swallowing food without chewing.
Breathing only through the nose.
What is asepsis?
Clean technique to reduce microorganisms.
A method to increase microorganism growth.
A process of sterilizing only surgical instruments.
A technique for promoting infection.
What are Standard Precautions?
Treat all body fluids as infectious.
Only wear gloves when you see blood.
Wash hands only after patient contact.
Use precautions only for known infections.
When are Contact Precautions used?
For infections spread by touch (MRSA, C. Diff).
For airborne infections like tuberculosis.
For infections spread by droplets (influenza, pertussis).
For non-infectious conditions only.
What protective equipment is required for Airborne Precautions?
N95 mask and negative pressure room.
Surgical mask and gloves.
Face shield and gown only.
Gloves and regular mask.
Define nosocomial infection.
Infection acquired in a healthcare facility.
Infection acquired from contaminated food.
Infection acquired from animals.
Infection acquired at home.
What is venipuncture?
Drawing blood from a vein.
Injecting medicine into a muscle.
Measuring blood pressure.
Taking an X-ray.
What is hemolysis?
Breaking down of RBCs; causes sample rejection.
Increase in white blood cells; improves immunity.
Formation of blood clots; prevents bleeding.
Production of platelets; aids in healing.
What is a tourniquet used for?
To slow venous blood flow during blood draw.
To measure blood pressure.
To administer medication intravenously.
To disinfect the skin before injection.
Breathing difficulty; patient sits upright (90°). What is this position called?
Fowler's position.
Trendelenburg position.
Supine position.
Prone position.
Define Chain of Custody.
Legal documentation of specimen handling.
A chain of command in a laboratory.
A method for storing chemicals safely.
A process for cleaning laboratory equipment.
What is a lead on an EKG?
A specific view of the heart's electrical activity.
A type of heart disease.
A medication used to treat arrhythmias.
A muscle in the heart.
What is artifact? ________
Interference on EKG due to movement or poor contact.
A type of heart rhythm.
A medication used for arrhythmia.
A normal finding on an EKG.
Define sinus rhythm.
Normal heart rhythm originating from the SA node.
Irregular heart rhythm originating from the AV node.
Heart rhythm originating from the ventricles.
Abnormal heart rhythm with no clear origin.
What is asystole?
No electrical activity; flatline.
Rapid irregular heartbeats.
Normal sinus rhythm.
Ventricular fibrillation.
What is ventricular fibrillation?
Disorganized quivering of ventricles; life-threatening.
A slow and regular heartbeat.
A temporary pause in heart activity.
A normal contraction of the atria.
What is an AV fistula?
Surgically connected artery and vein for dialysis access.
A type of heart valve defect.
A tube inserted into the bladder to drain urine.
A medication used to thin the blood.
What is a thrill? ________
Vibration felt over a fistula.
A type of heart murmur.
A sudden drop in blood pressure.
A sharp chest pain.
What is a bruit? ________
Whooshing sound heard over a fistula with stethoscope.
A type of skin rash seen in allergic reactions.
A swelling found near the elbow joint.
A type of medication used for hypertension.
What does the suffix -itis mean?
Inflammation.
Pain.
Growth.
Tumor.
What does brady- mean? ________
Slow.
Fast.
Large.
Short.
The meaning of 'slow' is _______.
Slow
Fast
Quick
Rapid
What does the prefix 'tachy-' mean?
Fast
Slow
Large
Short
What does the prefix 'hyper-' mean?
Above/High
Below/Low
Around
Inside
What does the prefix 'hypo-' mean?
Below/Low
Above/High
Inside/Inner
Outside/Outer
