Diagnostic Procedures: Medical Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis

Question 1

Which diagnostic procedure uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the heart's structure and function?

Accepted Answer

Echocardiography

Answer

Radiography

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Electrocardiography

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Question 2

Which biopsy type obtains a cylindrical sample of tissue using a specialized needle?

Accepted Answer

Needle biopsy

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Incisional biopsy

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Excisional biopsy

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Punch biopsy

Question 3

What imaging technique utilizes a radioactive tracer to provide detailed images of bone and joint structures?

Accepted Answer

Bone scan

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X-ray

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

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Computed tomography (CT)

Question 4

Which term refers to the microscopic examination of cells for diagnostic purposes?

Accepted Answer

Cytology

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Cystoscopy

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Colonoscopy

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Biopsy

Question 5

Which diagnostic test involves inserting a thin, flexible tube with a camera through the mouth to examine and perform procedures within the esophagus?

Accepted Answer

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)

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Echocardiogram

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Laparoscopy

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Bronchoscopy

Question 6

What imaging technique combines X-rays and computer processing to provide cross-sectional images of the body?

Accepted Answer

Computed tomography (CT)

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

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Ultrasound

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Positron emission tomography (PET)

Question 7

Which diagnostic procedure uses sound waves to obtain images of a fetus during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound

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Doppler ultrasound

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Fetal echocardiography

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Amniocentesis

Question 8

What minimally invasive diagnostic procedure employs a fiber optic camera to visualize the urinary tract?

Accepted Answer

Cystoscopy

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Laparoscopy

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Colonoscopy

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Bronchoscopy

Question 9

Which type of biopsy removes a small, round piece of tissue from the skin?

Accepted Answer

Punch biopsy

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Excisional biopsy

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Incisional biopsy

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Needle biopsy

Question 10

What diagnostic test records the electrical activity of the heart?

Accepted Answer

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Answer

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

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Electromyography (EMG)

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Echocardiogram

Question 11

Which diagnostic procedure utilizes sound waves to generate images of the body's soft tissues, organs, and blood flow?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasonography

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Radiography

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

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Computed tomography (CT)

Question 12

What is the medical term for a procedure that utilizes an endoscope for internal examination of the colon?

Accepted Answer

Colonoscopy

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Gastroscopy

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Bronchoscopy

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Cystoscopy

Question 13

Which blood test measures the count of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets?

Accepted Answer

Complete blood count (CBC)

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Blood glucose test

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Lipid profile

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Urinalysis

Question 14

Which diagnostic procedure employs a contrast agent and X-rays to visualize blood vessels?

Accepted Answer

Angiography

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Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA)

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Computed tomography angiography (CTA)

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Ultrasonography

Question 15

Which diagnostic modality measures the electrical activity of the heart?

Accepted Answer

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

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Ultrasonography

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Spirometry

Question 16

What is the medical term for a procedure that utilizes a small camera attached to a flexible tube for internal examination of the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Bronchoscopy

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Colonoscopy

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Gastroscopy

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Cystoscopy

Question 17

Which diagnostic procedure utilizes radioactive isotopes to assess organ function and structure?

Accepted Answer

Nuclear medicine

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Radiography

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Ultrasonography

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Computed tomography (CT)

Question 18

Which diagnostic procedure employs magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed body images?

Accepted Answer

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

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Computed tomography (CT)

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Ultrasonography

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Radiography

Question 19

Which diagnostic procedure involves injecting a contrast agent into the spinal canal for visualization of the spinal cord and nerves?

Accepted Answer

Myelography

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Arthrography

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Angiography

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Computed tomography (CT)

Question 20

What is the medical term for a procedure that utilizes a biopsy needle to extract a tissue sample for examination?

Accepted Answer

Biopsy

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Aspiration

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Puncture

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Extraction

Question 21

Define 'biopsy' and explain its importance in medical diagnostics.

Accepted Answer

Removal of a tissue sample for microscopic examination.

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Non-invasive imaging technique for visualizing internal organs.

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Laboratory test for analyzing blood samples.

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Surgical procedure for removing a diseased organ or part of an organ.

Question 22

Which of the following is the medical term for the removal of a tissue sample for examination?

Accepted Answer

Biopsy

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X-ray

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MRI

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CAT

Question 23

What is the name of the diagnostic procedure that uses a radioactive substance to image the thyroid gland?

Accepted Answer

Thyroid scan

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Mammogram

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Ultrasound

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Echocardiogram

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a type of blood test?

Accepted Answer

Chest X-ray

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Complete blood count (CBC)

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Electrolyte panel

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Lipid profile

Question 25

What is the medical term for the visual examination of the interior of the stomach using a thin, flexible tube with a camera?

Accepted Answer

Endoscopy

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Colonoscopy

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Laparoscopy

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Hysteroscopy

Question 26

Which of the following is the most common non-invasive prenatal diagnostic test?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound

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Amniocentesis

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Chorionic villus sampling (CVS)

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Fetal echo

Question 27

Which of the following is an example of a functional diagnostic test?

Accepted Answer

Exercise stress test

Answer

Thyroid scan

Answer

CAT

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MRI

Question 28

What is the medical term for the procedure that involves the insertion of a thin, flexible tube into the nose or mouth to examine the respiratory tract?

Accepted Answer

Bronchoscopy

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Endoscopy

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Colonoscopy

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Laparoscopy

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a common diagnostic procedure used to assess brain activity?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure cuff

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EEG

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MRI

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SPECT

Question 30

What is the medical term for the procedure that involves the injection of a radioactive substance into the bloodstream to view blood flow to the heart?

Accepted Answer

Myocardial perfusion imaging

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Electrocardiogram (ECG)

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Cardiac catheterization

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Echocardiogram

Question 31

Which of the following ethical considerations is of utmost significance in diagnostic procedures?

Accepted Answer

Obtaining informed consent from patients prior to performing procedures

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Ensuring the accuracy of test results

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Considering the cost-effectiveness of different diagnostic tests

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Prioritizing patient convenience when scheduling procedures

Question 32

Which imaging technique uses sound waves to create real-time pictures of the body?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound

Answer

Radiography

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Computed Tomography (CT)

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Question 33

How can inaccuracies in medical terminology negatively affect healthcare management, potentially impacting patient care and healthcare expenses?

Accepted Answer

Delayed diagnosis and treatment due to misinterpreted test results

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of adverse drug reactions due to medication errors

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Inefficient communication and collaboration among healthcare providers

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Enhanced patient satisfaction due to improved understanding of medical information

Question 34

Which of the following medical terms refers to a non-invasive diagnostic imaging technique that produces detailed cross-sectional images of the body?

Accepted Answer

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

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Endoscopy

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Ultrasound

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Biopsy

Question 35

What is the purpose of obtaining a biopsy in medical diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

To remove a small tissue sample for examination under a microscope

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To visualize internal organs using sound waves

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To introduce a contrast agent into the body for imaging

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To measure electrical activity of the heart

Question 36

Which of the following is an example of an invasive diagnostic procedure?

Accepted Answer

Angiography

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

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Blood test

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Ultrasound

Question 37

Who is typically responsible for performing venipuncture to collect blood samples?

Accepted Answer

Phlebotomist

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Radiologist

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Pathologist

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Nurse

Question 38

Which diagnostic imaging technique utilizes both radio waves and magnets to produce cross-sectional images of the body?

Accepted Answer

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

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Ultrasound

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Computerized tomography (CT scan)

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Positron emission tomography (PET scan)

Question 39

What is the correct term for a medical record that includes the patient's history, physical examination findings, and assessment?

Accepted Answer

Patient history and physical assessment

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Clinical evaluation and diagnosis

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Medical evaluation and consultation

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Diagnostic workup and interpretation

Question 40

What is the term for the process of determining the cause of a disease or condition?

Accepted Answer

Diagnosis

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Prognosis

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Treatment

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Prevention

Question 41

Which of the following diagnostic tests is specifically used to evaluate the heart?

Accepted Answer

Echocardiogram

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Electromyography

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Colonoscopy

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Lumbar puncture

Question 42

Which diagnostic imaging technique uses sound waves to generate images of internal organs?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound

Answer

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Answer

Computed tomography (CT) scan

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X-ray

Question 43

Which of the following procedures involves extracting a tissue sample for microscopic examination?

Accepted Answer

Biopsy

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Aspiration

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Laparoscopy

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Endoscopy

Question 44

What diagnostic technique employs electromagnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the brain and spinal cord?

Accepted Answer

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Answer

Computed tomography (CT) scan

Answer

Electroencephalography (EEG)

Answer

Ultrasound

Question 45

What is the term for a blood test that measures the levels of substances like electrolytes, enzymes, and hormones?

Accepted Answer

Chemistries

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Biopsy

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Hematology

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Microbiology

Question 46

What type of diagnostic imaging combines X-rays and CT to create detailed cross-sectional body images?

Accepted Answer

Computed tomography angiography (CTA)

Answer

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

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Ultrasound

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Positron emission tomography (PET)

Question 47

Which technique enables visualization of the eye's interior to diagnose eye disorders?

Accepted Answer

Ophthalmoscopy

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Otoscopy

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Colonoscopy

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Laryngoscopy

Question 48

What procedure uses a thin, flexible tube with a camera to inspect the internal structures of the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Bronchoscopy

Answer

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)

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Colonoscopy

Answer

Cystoscopy

Question 49

Which diagnostic procedure measures creatinine and urea levels in the blood to assess kidney function?

Accepted Answer

Renal function panel

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Liver function test

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Lipid profile

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Complete blood count

Question 50

Which diagnostic procedure involves the visual examination of a joint's interior using a specialized instrument?

Accepted Answer

Arthroscopy

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Arthrocentesis (Aspiration of fluid from a joint)

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Arthralgia (Joint pain)

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Arthrodesis (Surgical fusion of a joint)

Question 51

What information does an Electrocardiogram (ECG) provide?

Accepted Answer

Electrical activity of the heart

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Oxygen saturation in the blood

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Blood flow through the heart

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Images of heart valves

Question 52

Define 'Biopsy'.

Accepted Answer

Removal of a tissue sample for microscopic examination

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Recording of electrical activity in the brain

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Visual examination of the body using a lighted instrument

Question 53

Which imaging technique utilizes a powerful magnetic field and radio waves to generate detailed images of the body's organs and tissues?

Accepted Answer

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Answer

X-ray

Answer

Ultrasound

Answer

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Question 54

What is the term for listening to sounds within the body, usually using a stethoscope?

Accepted Answer

Auscultation

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Inspection (Visual examination)

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Percussion (Tapping the body to assess sound and vibrations)

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Palpation (Touching and feeling the body)

Question 55

Which medical term describes difficulty breathing?

Accepted Answer

Dyspnea

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Rapid heartbeat

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Chest pain

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Dizziness

Question 56

What procedure is used to record the electrical activity of the brain?

Accepted Answer

Electroencephalography (EEG)

Answer

Echocardiogram (Ultrasound of the heart)

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Electromyography (EMG) (Electrical recording of muscles)

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Electrocardiogram (ECG) (Electrical recording of the heart)

Question 57

Define 'Hematopoiesis'.

Accepted Answer

Formation of blood cells

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Inflammation of the liver

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Enlargement of the spleen

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Stopping of bleeding

Question 58

What is the purpose of a 'Culture and Sensitivity' test?

Accepted Answer

Identify the microorganism causing an infection and determine the most effective antibiotic

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Analyze the chemical composition of urine

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Measure the levels of different types of blood cells

Question 59

A 'Laryngoscopy' is an examination of which body part?

Accepted Answer

Larynx (Voice box)

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Stomach

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Large intestine

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Lungs