The term that describes the inflammation of a vein ( Phleb = vein & itis = inflammation).

The term that describes the inflammation of a vein ( Phleb = vein & itis = inflammation). Answer: Phlebit...

The term describing turning the palm upward or forward

The term describing turning the palm upward or forward Answer: Supinatio...

The term that is used to describe practices and systems of health care used to supplement tradition Western medicine

The term that is used to describe practices and systems of health care used to supplement tradition Western medicine Answer: Complementary m...

An exfoliative screening biopsy for the detection and diagnosis of conditions of the cervix and surrounding tissues

An exfoliative screening biopsy for the detection and diagnosis of conditions of the cervix and surrounding tissues Answer: Pap smea...

Narrowing of the opening of the foreskin so that it cannot be retracted to expose the glans penis is known as

Narrowing of the opening of the foreskin so that it cannot be retracted to expose the glans penis is known as Answer: Phimosi...

Which of these sexually transmitted disease is a bacterial infection

Which of these sexually transmitted disease is a bacterial infection Answer: Gonorrhe...

The abdominal region located below the stomach is known as what region (low = hypo/ stomach = gastr & ic = pertaining to).

The abdominal region located below the stomach is known as what region (low = hypo/ stomach = gastr & ic = pertaining to). Answer: Hypog...

___ is a progressive autoimmune disorder characterized by inflammation that causes demyelination of the myelin sheath.

___ is a progressive autoimmune disorder characterized by inflammation that causes demyelination of the myelin sheath. Answer: Multiple scle...

Enlarged and swollen veins at the lower end of the esophagus are known as

Enlarged and swollen veins at the lower end of the esophagus are known as Answer: Esophageal varice...

Which condition is breast cancer at its earliest stage before the cancer has broken through the wall of the milk duct

Which condition is breast cancer at its earliest stage before the cancer has broken through the wall of the milk duct Answer: Ductal carcinoma...

The instrument used to examine the external ear canal is know as an (Hint ear examination )

The instrument used to examine the external ear canal is know as an (Hint ear examination ) Answer: Otoscop...

Which procedure is performed to treat spider veins

Which procedure is performed to treat spider veins Answer: Sclerotherap...

A band of fibrous tissue that holds structures together abnormally is

A band of fibrous tissue that holds structures together abnormally is Answer: Adhesio...

A brief disturbance in brain function in which there is a loss of awareness often described as a staring episode is known as ( loss of awareness)

A brief disturbance in brain function in which there is a loss of awareness often described as a staring episode is known as ( loss of awareness) ...

Which condition has purple discolorations on the skin due to bleeding underneath the skin (Hint purple).

Which condition has purple discolorations on the skin due to bleeding underneath the skin (Hint purple). Answer: Purpur...

Any substance that the body regards as being foreign

Any substance that the body regards as being foreign Answer: Antige...

A disorder of the adrenal glands due to excessive production of aldosterone

A disorder of the adrenal glands due to excessive production of aldosterone Answer: Conn's syndrom...

The bluish discoloration of the skin caused by a lack of adequate oxygen is known as (cyan = blue & abnormal condition = oasis).

The bluish discoloration of the skin caused by a lack of adequate oxygen is known as (cyan = blue & abnormal condition = oasis). Answer: ...

The term that means vomiting

The term that means vomiting Answer: Emesi...

The term that describes inflammation of the gallbladder( Cholecyst = gallbladder).

The term that describes inflammation of the gallbladder( Cholecyst = gallbladder). Answer: Cholecystiti...

An autoimmune disorder characterized by a severe reaction to foods containing gluten is known as

An autoimmune disorder characterized by a severe reaction to foods containing gluten is known as Answer: Celiac diseas...

Which combining form means red

Which combining form means red Answer: erythr/...

A sonogram is the image created by

A sonogram is the image created by Answer: Ultrasonograph...

When medication is placed under the tongue and allowed to dissolve slowly this is known as

When medication is placed under the tongue and allowed to dissolve slowly this is known as Answer: Sublingual administratio...

Which substance is commonly known as good cholesterol

Which substance is commonly known as good cholesterol Answer: High-density lipoprotein cholestero...

Which heart chamber receives oxygen-poor blood from all tissues, except the lungs

Which heart chamber receives oxygen-poor blood from all tissues, except the lungs Answer: Right Atriu...

The combining form that means vertebra or vertebral column

The combining form that means vertebra or vertebral column Answer: Spondyl/...

In A ___ fracture, a bone is splintered or crushed.

In A ___ fracture, a bone is splintered or crushed. Answer: Comminute...

What is caused by the failure of the bones of the limbs to grow to an appropriate length

What is caused by the failure of the bones of the limbs to grow to an appropriate length Answer: Short statur...

During her pregnancy, Ruth had a skin condition commonly known as the mask of pregnancy. The medical term for this condition is

During her pregnancy, Ruth had a skin condition commonly known as the mask of pregnancy. The medical term for this condition is Answer: Chlo...

A form of vasculitis that affects the arms, upper body, neck, and head with symptoms including headache and touch sensitivity is known as

A form of vasculitis that affects the arms, upper body, neck, and head with symptoms including headache and touch sensitivity is known as Answer: Temporal...

Fine muscle tremors, rigidity, and a slow or shuffling gait are all symptoms of the progressive condition known as

Fine muscle tremors, rigidity, and a slow or shuffling gait are all symptoms of the progressive condition known as Answer: Parkinson's disea...

Which term refers to a class of drugs that relieves pain without affecting consciousness

Which term refers to a class of drugs that relieves pain without affecting consciousness Answer: Analgesi...

A___ known as a boil is a large, tender, swollen area caused by a staphylococcal infection around a hair follicle or sebaceous gland.

A___ known as a boil is a large, tender, swollen area caused by a staphylococcal infection around a hair follicle or sebaceous gland. Answer:&nbs...

____ involves compression of nerves and blood vessels due to swelling within the enclosed space created by the fascia that separates groups of muscles.

____ involves compression of nerves and blood vessels due to swelling within the enclosed space created by the fascia that separates groups of muscles. Answer: Compartment...

Which of these diseases is transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected black legged tick

Which of these diseases is transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected black legged tick Answer: Lyme diseas...

A malignant tumor usually involving the upper shaft of long bones, the pelvis, or knee.

A malignant tumor usually involving the upper shaft of long bones, the pelvis, or knee. Answer: Osteosarcom...

Long, slender spiral-shaped bacteria that have flexible walls and are capable of movement

Long, slender spiral-shaped bacteria that have flexible walls and are capable of movement Answer: Spirochete...

What is commonly known as the collar bone

What is commonly known as the collar bone Answer: Clavicl...

A normal scar resulting from the healing of a wound

A normal scar resulting from the healing of a wound Answer: Cicatri...

The medical term for the congenital condition commonly known as clubfoot

The medical term for the congenital condition commonly known as clubfoot Answer: Talipe...

The ______ patrol the body, searching for antigens that produce infections. When such a cell is found, these cells grab, swallow, and internally break apart the captured antigen.

The ______ patrol the body, searching for antigens that produce infections. When such a cell is found, these cells grab, swallow, and internally break...

The ______ receives the sound vibration and relays them to the auditory nerve fibers.

The ______ receives the sound vibration and relays them to the auditory nerve fibers. Answer: Organ of Cort...

Specialized cells that play an important role in blood clotting

Specialized cells that play an important role in blood clotting Answer: Thrombocyte...

Slight paralysis of one side of the body is known as

Slight paralysis of one side of the body is known as Answer: Hemiparesi...

A bone disorder of unknown cause that destroys normal bone structure and replaces it with fibrous tissue.

A bone disorder of unknown cause that destroys normal bone structure and replaces it with fibrous tissue. Answer: Fibrous dysplasi...

A physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation with the focus on restoring function

A physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation with the focus on restoring function Answer: Physiatris...

A group of disorders involving the part of the brain that control thought, memory, and language.

A group of disorders involving the part of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. Answer: Alzheimer's diseas...

The common skin disorder that is characterized by flare-ups in which red papules covered with silvery scales occur on the elbows, knees, scalp, back, or buttocks

The common skin disorder that is characterized by flare-ups in which red papules covered with silvery scales occur on the elbows, knees, scalp, back,...

An abnormal increase in the number of red cells in the blood due to excess production of these cells by the bone marrow (increase = poly (many) cyth (has no meaning) & blood = emia).

An abnormal increase in the number of red cells in the blood due to excess production of these cells by the bone marrow (increase = poly (many) cyth...

Mr. Ramirez had a heart attack. His physician recorded this as

Mr. Ramirez had a heart attack. His physician recorded this as Answer: A myocardial infarctio...

The combing form that means old age

The combing form that means old age Answer: Pesby/...

Drooping of the upper eyelid that is usually due to paralysis

Drooping of the upper eyelid that is usually due to paralysis Answer: Ptosi...

The term for an inflammation of the sheath surrounding a tendon is ( tendon = ten/o, synovial membrane = syno & inflammation = itis).

The term for an inflammation of the sheath surrounding a tendon is ( tendon = ten/o, synovial membrane = syno & inflammation = itis). Answer...

Henry was diagnosed as having an inflammation of the bone marrow and adjacent bone. Which term describes this condition ( bone = oste/o, bone marrow = myel, & inflammation = itis).

Henry was diagnosed as having an inflammation of the bone marrow and adjacent bone. Which term describes this condition ( bone = oste/o, bone marrow...

The condition of __________ is commonly known as tooth decay (Hint: tooth decay).

The condition of __________ is commonly known as tooth decay (Hint: tooth decay). Answer: Dental carie...

Mrs. Valladares has a bacterial infection of the lining of her heart. This condition is known as bacterial ( within = endo, heart = cardi & itis = inflammation).

Mrs. Valladares has a bacterial infection of the lining of her heart. This condition is known as bacterial ( within = endo, heart = cardi & itis...

When he fell, Manuel tore the posterior femoral muscles in his left leg. This is known as what kind of injury

When he fell, Manuel tore the posterior femoral muscles in his left leg. This is known as what kind of injury Answer: Hamstrin...

Movement of a limb away from the midline of the body ( Hint: away from the midline).

Movement of a limb away from the midline of the body ( Hint: away from the midline). Answer: Abductio...

Performed as a definitive test to determine if Alice Wilkinson has osteoporosis

Performed as a definitive test to determine if Alice Wilkinson has osteoporosis Answer: Dual x-ray absorptiometry...

The term that means toward or nearer the midline.

The term that means toward or nearer the midline. Answer: Media...

The plane that divides the body vertically into unequal left and right portions. ( Hint: vertically into unequal left and right portions).

The plane that divides the body vertically into unequal left and right portions. ( Hint: vertically into unequal left and right portions). Answer...

The tissue death of an artery or arteries ( arteri/0 = artery or arteries a & tissue death = necrosis).

The tissue death of an artery or arteries ( arteri/0 = artery or arteries a & tissue death = necrosis). Answer: arterionecrosi...

The surgical freeing of a kidney from adhesions is known as (Nephr/o = kidney & lysis = setting free or freeing).

The surgical freeing of a kidney from adhesions is known as (Nephr/o = kidney & lysis = setting free or freeing). Answer: Nephrolysi...

An unfavorable response due to prescribed medical treatment.

An unfavorable response due to prescribed medical treatment. Answer: Iatrogenic Illnes...

The hormone__________ stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth (oxy = swift & tocin = labor).

The hormone__________ stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth (oxy = swift & tocin = labor). Answer: oxytoci...

________ is characterized by exophthalmos

________ is characterized by exophthalmos Answer: Graves' diseas...

A specialist who provides medical care to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and immediately thereafter

A specialist who provides medical care to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and immediately thereafter Answer: Obstetricia...

The condition which is thinner than average bone density, causes the patient to be at an increased risk of developing osteoporosis (oste/o = bone & penia = deficiency).

The condition which is thinner than average bone density, causes the patient to be at an increased risk of developing osteoporosis (oste/o = bone &...

Which statement is accurate regarding cystic fibrosis

Which statement is accurate regarding cystic fibrosis Answer: a genetic disorder that affects the lungs and digestive syste...

The combining form Metr/o means

The combining form Metr/o means Answer: Uteru...

The surgical fixation of a prolapsed vagina to a surrounding structure (vagina = colp/o and surgical fixation = pexy).

The surgical fixation of a prolapsed vagina to a surrounding structure (vagina = colp/o and surgical fixation = pexy). Answer: Colpopex...

The condition in which excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the ventricles of the brain is known as ( hydr/o = water (fluid) cephal = head (brain) and -us = singular ending).

The condition in which excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the ventricles of the brain is known as ( hydr/o = water (fluid) cephal = head (brain)...

Inflammation of the pancreas ( pancreas = pancreas and inflammation = itis).

Inflammation of the pancreas ( pancreas = pancreas and inflammation = itis). Answer: Pancreatiti...

A woman who has borne one viable child is referred to as (Primi = first and para = to bring forth) viable = having reach a development as to be capable of living.

A woman who has borne one viable child is referred to as (Primi = first and para = to bring forth) viable = having reach a development as to be capable...

Any restriction to the opening of the mouth caused by trauma, surgery, or radiation associated with the treatment of oral cancer

Any restriction to the opening of the mouth caused by trauma, surgery, or radiation associated with the treatment of oral cancer Answer: Tr...

The removal of a body part or the destruction of its function through the use of surgery, hormones, drugs, heat, chemicals, electrocautery, or other methods.

The removal of a body part or the destruction of its function through the use of surgery, hormones, drugs, heat, chemicals, electrocautery, or other...

A blood clot attached to the interior wall of a vein or artery is known as a ( clot = thromb and us = singular noun ending).

A blood clot attached to the interior wall of a vein or artery is known as a ( clot = thromb and us = singular noun ending). Answer: Thrombu...

Which sexually transmitted disease can be detected through the VDRL blood test before the lesion appear

Which sexually transmitted disease can be detected through the VDRL blood test before the lesion appear Answer: Syphili...

An autoimmune disease in which the body's own antibodies attack and destroy the cells of the thyroid gland

An autoimmune disease in which the body's own antibodies attack and destroy the cells of the thyroid gland Answer: Hashimoto's diseas...

The acute respiratory infection known______ is characterized in children and infants by obstruction of the larynx, hoarseness, and a barking cough.

The acute respiratory infection known______ is characterized in children and infants by obstruction of the larynx, hoarseness, and a barking cough....

Which of these conditions is commonly known as a bruise (Ecchym = pouring out of juice & osis = condition).

Which of these conditions is commonly known as a bruise (Ecchym = pouring out of juice & osis = condition). Answer: Ecchymosi...

The term describing the prolapse of a kidney is (Nephr/o = kidney & ptosis = prolapse, droop or sag).

The term describing the prolapse of a kidney is (Nephr/o = kidney & ptosis = prolapse, droop or sag). Answer: Nephroptosi...

The term that means, abnormal enlargement of the liver ( Hepat/o = liver & enlargement = megaly).

The term that means, abnormal enlargement of the liver ( Hepat/o = liver & enlargement = megaly). Answer: hepatomegal...

Another term for conventional, or Western, medical practices and systems of health care is what kind of medicine

Another term for conventional, or Western, medical practices and systems of health care is what kind of medicine Answer: Allopathi...

The procedure in which an anastomosis is created between the upper portion of the stomach and the duodenum is an (stomach = gastr/o, duodenum = duodenum and anastomosis = surgical connection which = ostomy which is also the surgical creation)

The procedure in which an anastomosis is created between the upper portion of the stomach and the duodenum is an (stomach = gastr/o, duodenum = duodenum...

The suffix that means blood or blood condition

The suffix that means blood or blood condition Answer: -emi...

The term that describes weakness or wearing away of body tissues and structures caused by pathology or by disuse of the muscle or a long period of time

The term that describes weakness or wearing away of body tissues and structures caused by pathology or by disuse of the muscle or a long period of ...

Inflammation of the myelin sheath of peripheral nerves, characterized by rapidly worsening muscle weakness that can lead to temporary paralysis

Inflammation of the myelin sheath of peripheral nerves, characterized by rapidly worsening muscle weakness that can lead to temporary paralysis Answer: Guillain-Barre...

The processes through which the body maintains a constant internal environment are known as

The processes through which the body maintains a constant internal environment are known as Answer: Homeostasi...

Which form of anemia is a genetic disorder

Which form of anemia is a genetic disorder Answer: Sickle Cel...

The abnormal development or growth of cells is known as ( abnormal = bad which = dys & development or growth = plasia).

The abnormal development or growth of cells is known as ( abnormal = bad which = dys & development or growth = plasia). Answer: Dysplasi...

The grating sound heard when the ends of a broken bone move together is known as

The grating sound heard when the ends of a broken bone move together is known as Answer: Crepitatio...

A collection of ups within a body cavity is known as

A collection of ups within a body cavity is known as Answer: Empyem...

The presence of glucose in the urine is known as (Glycos = glucose & urine = uria).

The presence of glucose in the urine is known as (Glycos = glucose & urine = uria). Answer: Glycosuri...

The Suffix that means surgical fixation

The Suffix that means surgical fixation Answer: Pex...

An abnormally slow heart rate of less than 60 beats per minute known as ( Brady = slow, card = heart & ia = abnormal condition).

An abnormally slow heart rate of less than 60 beats per minute known as ( Brady = slow, card = heart & ia = abnormal condition). Answer: ...

A abnormally rapid rate of respiration usually of more than 20 breaths per minute is known as (Tachy = Rapid and Pnea = breathing)

A abnormally rapid rate of respiration usually of more than 20 breaths per minute is known as (Tachy = Rapid and Pnea = breathing) Answer: T...

All patient information and records are what?

All patient information and records are what? Answer: Confidenti...

In medicine, when a patient gives permission to a healthcare provider to provide treatment, he or she is giving what?

In medicine, when a patient gives permission to a healthcare provider to provide treatment, he or she is giving what? Answer: Consen...

A number is assigned to each patient's medical record in what type of system?

A number is assigned to each patient's medical record in what type of system? Answer: Numeri...

What is the simplest type of numeric filing system?

What is the simplest type of numeric filing system? Answer: Straight Numeric Filin...

What type of report in a medical record describes a surgical procedure?

What type of report in a medical record describes a surgical procedure? Answer: Operative Repor...

What is described by an Operative Report?

What is described by an Operative Report? Answer: Surgical Procedur...

What type of consent forms are included in a medical record?

What type of consent forms are included in a medical record? Answer: Informe...

Who may request a patient's medical records from another physician or healthcare provider?

Who may request a patient's medical records from another physician or healthcare provider? Answer: A patien...

What type of medical record shows patient information in reverse chronological order?

What type of medical record shows patient information in reverse chronological order? Answer: SOM...

Patient information is placed in which order in a source-oriented medical record?

Patient information is placed in which order in a source-oriented medical record? Answer: Reverse-chronologica...

What does the "O" stand for in the acronym SOAP?

What does the "O" stand for in the acronym SOAP? Answer: Objectiv...

What does the "S" in the acronym SOAP stand for?

What does the "S" in the acronym SOAP stand for? Answer: Subjectiv...

What type of medical records are considered to be archives?

What type of medical records are considered to be archives? Answer: Close...

What are the three most commonly used filing systems?

What are the three most commonly used filing systems? Answer: Alphabetic, Numeric, Subject Matte...

What document allows an agent or representative to act on behalf of a patient?

What document allows an agent or representative to act on behalf of a patient? Answer: Power of Attorne...

What document allows patients to request that life-sustaining treatment and nutritional support not be used to prolong life?

What document allows patients to request that life-sustaining treatment and nutritional support not be used to prolong life? Answer: Living ...

Which component of a Problem-Oriented Medical Record (POMR) describes a course of action for each identified problem?

Which component of a Problem-Oriented Medical Record (POMR) describes a course of action for each identified problem? Answer: Pla...

What are the four components of a Problem-Oriented Medical Record (POMR)?

What are the four components of a Problem-Oriented Medical Record (POMR)? Answer: Database, Problem List, Plan, Progress Note...

What component of a medical record contains all records and documentation related to a request for a second opinion on a particular patient's case?

What component of a medical record contains all records and documentation related to a request for a second opinion on a particular patient's case? Answer: Consultation...

What component of a medical record contains a patient's identifying information, such as name, address, phone number, date of birth, insurance information, and Social Security number?

What component of a medical record contains a patient's identifying information, such as name, address, phone number, date of birth, insurance information,...

Which abbreviation stands for a diagnostic test?

Which abbreviation stands for a diagnostic test? a. TB b. PFT c. SOB d. URI Answer: ...

Which abbreviation stands for a life threatening condition in babies?

Which abbreviation stands for a life threatening condition in babies? a. TB b. SARS c. SIDS d. COPD Answer: ...

Which abbreviation stands for a diagnostic laboratory test?

Which abbreviation stands for a diagnostic laboratory test? a. CPR b. ENT c. ARDS d. ABGs Answer: ...

Which of the following medications improves the ability to cough up mucus?

Which of the following medications improves the ability to cough up mucus? a. expectorant b. bronchodilator c. antitussive d. antihistamine An...

Which of the following medications relaxes muscle spasms in the bronchial tube?

Which of the following medications relaxes muscle spasms in the bronchial tube? a. expectorant b. bronchodilator c. antitussive d. antihistamine...

Which of the following medications relieves the urge to cough?

Which of the following medications relieves the urge to cough? a. expectorant b. bronchodilator c. antitussive d. antihistamine Answer: ...

Which of the following medications treats an allergy attack?

Which of the following medications treats an allergy attack? a. expectorant b. bronchodilator c. antitussive d. antihistamine Answer: ...

Which kind of medication is suspended in a mist in order to be inhaled?

Which kind of medication is suspended in a mist in order to be inhaled? a. endotracheal medications b. aerosol therapy c. pulmonary medications d....

Which therapeutic procedure uses gravity to encourage the removal of secretions from the bronchi?

Which therapeutic procedure uses gravity to encourage the removal of secretions from the bronchi? a. postural drainage b. intermittent positive pressure...

Which of the following is an emergency treatment given to patients when their breathing and heart stops?

Which of the following is an emergency treatment given to patients when their breathing and heart stops? a. Heimlich maneuver b. thoracentesis c....

Which of the following is a machine that breathes for a patient who is unable to breathe on his or her own?

Which of the following is a machine that breathes for a patient who is unable to breathe on his or her own? a. postural drainage b. endotracheal...

Which of the following diagnostic procedures is a test for malignant cells?

Which of the following diagnostic procedures is a test for malignant cells? a. sputum cytology b. sputum culture & sensitivity c. pulmonary function...

Which diagnostic procedure measures the oxygen level in the blood?

Which diagnostic procedure measures the oxygen level in the blood? a. ventilation-perfusion scan b. oximetry c. bronchography d. polysomnography...

Which diagnostic procedure monitors a patient while sleeping to identify sleep apnea?

Which diagnostic procedure monitors a patient while sleeping to identify sleep apnea? a. pulmonary function test b. ventilation perfusion scan c....

Which of the following diagnostic tests is a nuclear medicine procedure especially useful in identifying pulmonary emboli?

Which of the following diagnostic tests is a nuclear medicine procedure especially useful in identifying pulmonary emboli? a. spirometry b. polysomnography c....

Which of the following diagnostic tests is used to diagnose cystic fibrosis?

Which of the following diagnostic tests is used to diagnose cystic fibrosis? a. sweat test b. spirometry c. pulmonary angiography d. sputum cyto...

Which condition is characterized by the destruction of the walls of the alveoli resulting in over expanded air sacs?

Which condition is characterized by the destruction of the walls of the alveoli resulting in over expanded air sacs? a. emphysema b. hisoplasmosis c....

Which of the following conditions may result in a collapsed lung?

Which of the following conditions may result in a collapsed lung? a. pulmonary embolism b. tuberculosis c. pleural effusion d. pneumothorax An...

Which serious lung infection causes the alveoli to fill up with fluid?

Which serious lung infection causes the alveoli to fill up with fluid? a. tuberculosis b. pneumoconiosis c. pneumonia d. pulmonary fibrosis Ans...

Which of the following conditions may cause an infarct in the lungs?

Which of the following conditions may cause an infarct in the lungs? a. pulmonary fibrosis b. pulmonary emboli c. pulmonary edema d. pneumonia ...

Which of the following conditions is a fungal infection?

Which of the following conditions is a fungal infection? a. histoplasmosis b. adult respiratory distress syndrome c. diphtheria d. Mycoplasma pn...

Which of the following is an inherited condition?

Which of the following is an inherited condition? a. emphysema b. atelectasis c. histoplasmosis d. cystic fibrosis Answer: ...

Which of the following conditions is not a type of pneumoconiosis?

Which of the following conditions is not a type of pneumoconiosis? a. anthracosis b. silicosis c. cyanosis d. asbestosis Answer: ...

Which of the following conditions causes constriction of the bronchial airways by bronchospasms?

Which of the following conditions causes constriction of the bronchial airways by bronchospasms? a. diphtheria b. pertussis c. croup d. asthma ...

Which condition is commonly called walking pneumonia?

Which condition is commonly called walking pneumonia? a. histoplasmosis pneumonia b. Mycoplasma pneumonia c. pulmonary edema pneumonia d. Pneumocystis...

Which term means open or unblocked?

Which term means open or unblocked? a. patent b. percussion c. asphyxia d. stridor Answer: ...

Mucus coughed up from the respiratory tract is called:

Mucus coughed up from the respiratory tract is called: a. phlegm b. stridor c. hemoptysis d. sputum Answer: ...

Which of the following terms means a high pitched breathing sound?

Which of the following terms means a high pitched breathing sound? a. rhonchi b. epistaxis c. stridor d. rales Answer: ...

Which of the following terms means a nosebleed?

Which of the following terms means a nosebleed? a. stridor b. epistaxis c. orthopnea d. hemoptysis Answer: ...

Which of the following terms is also called suffocation?

Which of the following terms is also called suffocation? a. asphyxia b. Cheyne-Stokes respiration c. aspiration d. hypoventilation Answer:&nbs...

Which of the following statements regarding respiratory rate is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding respiratory rate is NOT true? a. When carbon dioxide levels rise, we breathe more rapidly to expel the...

Which of the following statements regarding the action of the diaphragm is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding the action of the diaphragm is NOT true? a. When the diaphragm contracts it moves downward. b. The intercostals...

Which of the following statements regarding the lungs is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding the lungs is NOT true? a. The lungs are divided into lobes. b. Serous fluid is located between the two...

The pulmonary capillaries tightly encase the:

The pulmonary capillaries tightly encase the: a. bronchioles b. main bronchi c. apex d. alveoli Answer: ...

Which of the following choices presents the airways in anatomical order?

Which of the following choices presents the airways in anatomical order? a. larynx, trachea, pharynx, bronchial tubes b. bronchial tubes, trachea,...

Air is carried between the pharynx and bronchial tubes in the:

Air is carried between the pharynx and bronchial tubes in the: a. epiglottis b. trachea c. nasal cavity d. esophagus Answer: ...

The palatine and lingual tonsils are located in the:

The palatine and lingual tonsils are located in the: a. oropharynx b. laryngopharynx c. nasopharynx d. hypopharynx Answer: ...

The section of pharynx that is associated with the mouth is the:

The section of pharynx that is associated with the mouth is the: a. nasopharynx b. laryngopharynx c. oropharynx d. hypopharynx Answer: ...

The small hairs that line the opening to the nose and the airways are called:

The small hairs that line the opening to the nose and the airways are called: a. sinuses b. nares c. speta d. cilia Answer: ...

The two external openings into the nasal cavity are called the:

The two external openings into the nasal cavity are called the: a. nares b. cilia c. sinuses d. nasal septum Answer: ...

The _____ is the roof of the mouth and the floor of the nasal cavity.

The _____ is the roof of the mouth and the floor of the nasal cavity. a. septum b. nares c. palate d. sinuses Answer: ...

The paranasal sinuses are located within the _____.

The paranasal sinuses are located within the _____. a. nasal cavity b. facial bones c. nasopharynx d. inner ear Answer: ...

Inhalation brings in fresh _____ and exhalation removes _____.

Inhalation brings in fresh _____ and exhalation removes _____. a. carbon dioxide, oxygen b. oxygen, nitrogen c. oxygen, carbon dioxide d. nitrogen,...

The respiratory system works in conjunction with the _____ system to deliver oxygen to the cells of the body.

The respiratory system works in conjunction with the _____ system to deliver oxygen to the cells of the body. a. digestive b. endocrine c. nervous d....

Which organ of the respiratory system is used by both the respiratory and digestive systems?

Which organ of the respiratory system is used by both the respiratory and digestive systems? a. pharynx b. stomach c. trachea d. nasal cavity A...

Which of the following is NOT an organ of the respiratory system?

Which of the following is NOT an organ of the respiratory system? a. lungs b. esophagus c. trachea d. nasal cavity Answer: ...

Which of the following is NOT one of the vital signs?

Which of the following is NOT one of the vital signs? a. heart rate b. respirations c. urine volume d. temperature Answer: ...

Which of the following lung capacities is the volume of air that can be maximally exhaled after a maximum inhalation?

Which of the following lung capacities is the volume of air that can be maximally exhaled after a maximum inhalation? a. inspiratory capacity b....

Which of the following lung volumes is the amount of air that enters and exits the lungs during a single quiet breath?

Which of the following lung volumes is the amount of air that enters and exits the lungs during a single quiet breath? a. tidal volume b. inspiratory...

Which of the following pairs is mismatched?

Which of the following pairs is mismatched? a. apex-tip top of lung b. base-bottom section of lung c. hilum-area where trachea enters the lungs d....

Which of the following does not make up part of the lungs?

Which of the following does not make up part of the lungs? a. alveoli b. bronchioles c. trachea d. bronchi Answer: ...

Which of the following statements regarding bronchial tubes is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding bronchial tubes is NOT true? a. Each bronchus is surrounded by pulmonary capillaries. b. Gas exchange...

The respiratory membrane consists of:

The respiratory membrane consists of: a. walls of alveoli and mucus membrane b. walls of alveoli and capillaries c. pulmonary capillary bed d. walls...

Which of the following pairs of terms is mismatched?

Which of the following pairs of terms is mismatched? a. trachea-windpipe b. larynx-voice box c. pharynx-throat d. bronchioles-air sacs Answer:...

The opening through the vocal cords is called the:

The opening through the vocal cords is called the: a. glottis b. adenoids c. epiglottis d. thyroid cartilage Answer: ...

The tonsils in the throat are considered to be part of the:

The tonsils in the throat are considered to be part of the: a. digestive system b. respiratory system c. endocrine system d. lymphatic system ...

The upper section of the pharynx is called:

The upper section of the pharynx is called: a. oropharynx b. nasopharynx c. laryngopharynx d. hypopharynx Answer: ...

Which of the following is NOT a function of the nasal cavity?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the nasal cavity? a. warms inhaled air b. humidifies inhaled air c. removes dirt and dust from inhaled...

The nasal cavity is divided down the middle by the:

The nasal cavity is divided down the middle by the: a. palate b. sinuses c. nasal septum d. nares Answer: ...

Which of the following statements regarding respiration is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding respiration is NOT true? a. Oxygen is needed for the body cells' metabolism. b. Carbon dioxide moves...

External respiration refers to the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between:

External respiration refers to the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between: a. alveoli and bloodstream b. outside air and cells of the body c....

Which of the following is NOT a part of the process of respiration?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the process of respiration? a. external respiration b. thoracic respiration c. ventilation d. internal re...

The respiratory system, in conjunction with the cardiovascular system, delivers _____to the cells of the body.

The respiratory system, in conjunction with the cardiovascular system, delivers _____to the cells of the body. a. oxygen b. nutrients c. carbon dioxide d....

Which of the following medications helps to block an allergic reaction?

Which of the following medications helps to block an allergic reaction? a. antihistamine b. corticosteroid c. protease inhibitor d. immunosuppre...

Which of the following medications is useful for treating autoimmune diseases?

Which of the following medications is useful for treating autoimmune diseases? a. antihistamine b. corticosteroid c. protease inhibitor d. immun...

Which of the following medications is required to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ?

Which of the following medications is required to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ? a. antihistamine b. corticosteroid c. protease inhibitor d....

Which of the following medications keeps a virus from successfully reproducing?

Which of the following medications keeps a virus from successfully reproducing? a. antihistamine b. corticosteroid c. protease inhibitor d. immu...

Which of the following medications prevents blood clot formation?

Which of the following medications prevents blood clot formation? a. hematinic b. anticoagulant c. antiplatelet d. thombolytic agent Answer:&n...

Which of the following medications does NOT prolong bleeding time?

Which of the following medications does NOT prolong bleeding time? a. hematinic b. anticoagulant c. antiplatelet d. thombolytic agent Answer:&...

Which of the following medications dissolves an existing clot?

Which of the following medications dissolves an existing clot? a. hematinic b. anticoagulant c. antiplatelet d. thombolytic agent Answer: ...

Which of the following abbreviations is NOT a blood test?

Which of the following abbreviations is NOT a blood test? a. BMT b. HCT c. PT d. CBC Answer: ...

Which of the following abbreviations is a machine for performing blood tests?

Which of the following abbreviations is a machine for performing blood tests? a. RBC b. SMAC c. PA d. HGB Answer: ...

Which of the following abbreviations is a test for HIV-AIDS?

Which of the following abbreviations is a test for HIV-AIDS? a. GVHD b. KS c. ELISA d. PCP Answer: ...

Which of the following therapeutic procedures gives a patient an injection of antibodies in order to treat a disease?

Which of the following therapeutic procedures gives a patient an injection of antibodies in order to treat a disease? a. immunization b. Monospot c....

A(n) _____transfusion consists of blood stored from the patient's own body.

A(n) _____transfusion consists of blood stored from the patient's own body. a. analogous b. autologous c. self d. homologous Answer: ...

Which of the following therapeutic procedures consists of removing plasma from the body and replacing it with donor plasma?

Which of the following therapeutic procedures consists of removing plasma from the body and replacing it with donor plasma? a. plasma transfusion b....

Which of the following pairs is mismatched?

Which of the following pairs is mismatched? a. Monospot—test for Hodgkin's disease b. scratch test—allergy test c. lymphangiography—X-ray sowing the...

Which of the following blood tests checks for bacterial growth?

Which of the following blood tests checks for bacterial growth? a. erythrocyte sedimentation rate b. culture and sensitivity c. hematocrit d. pr...

Which of the following blood tests is an indicator of the presence of an inflammatory disease?

Which of the following blood tests is an indicator of the presence of an inflammatory disease? a. erythrocyte sedimentation rate b. culture and...

Which of the following blood tests measures the volume of red blood cells within the total volume of blood?

Which of the following blood tests measures the volume of red blood cells within the total volume of blood? a. erythrocyte sedimentation rate b....

Which of the following blood tests measures how long it takes for a clot to form?

Which of the following blood tests measures how long it takes for a clot to form? a. erythrocyte sedimentation rate b. culture and sensitivity c....

Which blood test examines the shape of red blood cells?

Which blood test examines the shape of red blood cells? a. red cell morphology b. red blood cell count c. hemoglobin d. complete blood count A...

Which of the following blood tests is NOT part of a complete blood count?

Which of the following blood tests is NOT part of a complete blood count? a. red cell count b. hemoglobin c. clotting time d. hematocrit Answe...

Which of the following conditions is cancerous?

Which of the following conditions is cancerous? a. Hodgkin's disease b. lymphadenitis c. AIDs—related complex d. sarcoidosis Answer: ...

Which of the following conditions is an autoimmune disease?

Which of the following conditions is an autoimmune disease? a. Kaposi's sarcoma b. sarcoidosis c. elephantiasis d. mononucleosis Answer: ...

Which of the following is a life threatening allergic reaction?

Which of the following is a life threatening allergic reaction? a. elephantiasis b. sarcoidosis c. anaphylactic shock d. AIDs—related complex A...

Which is the sever itching associated with hives?

Which is the sever itching associated with hives? a. anaphylactic b. dyscrasia c. lymphedema d. urticaria Answer: ...

Which of the following conditions is swelling caused by a blockage of lymph flow?

Which of the following conditions is swelling caused by a blockage of lymph flow? a. lymphedema b. lymphangioma c. lymphadenitis d. lymphangiogr...

Which of the following is a term meaning a substance that causes an allergic reaction?

Which of the following is a term meaning a substance that causes an allergic reaction? a. atypical protein b. allerergen c. allergy d. allergist...

Which of the following is a general term meaning a blood disease?

Which of the following is a general term meaning a blood disease? a. hematopathy b. hematology c. dyscrasia d. hemostasis Answer: ...

The mixture of plasma and blood cells is called:

The mixture of plasma and blood cells is called: a. packed blood b. serum c. transfusion d. whole blood Answer: ...

Which of the following is NOT an inherited condition?

Which of the following is NOT an inherited condition? a. leukemia b. sickle cell anemia c. thalassemia d. hemophilia Answer: ...

Which of the following conditions is a cancer?

Which of the following conditions is a cancer? a. polycythemia vera b. septicemia c. leukemia d. pernicious anemia Answer: ...

Which of the following conditions is a blood infection?

Which of the following conditions is a blood infection? a. thalassemia b. septicemica c. leukemia d. hemophilia Answer: ...

Which type of anemia is caused by a vitamin B12 deficiency?

Which type of anemia is caused by a vitamin B12 deficiency? a. aplastic anemia b. hemolytic anemia c. hypochromic anemia d. pernicious anemia ...

Which anemia results from the loss of functioning bone marrow?

Which anemia results from the loss of functioning bone marrow? a. aplastic anemia b. hemolytic anemia c. hypochromic anemia d. sickle cell anemi...

Which type of anemia results from the excessive loss of erythrocytes?

Which type of anemia results from the excessive loss of erythrocytes? a. pernicious anemia b. iron-deficiency anemia c. hemolytic anemia d. thal...

Which condition results in thick blood as a result of having too many red blood cells?

Which condition results in thick blood as a result of having too many red blood cells? a. hemophilia b. polycythemia vera c. hyperlipidemia d. t...

Which of the following terms means to convert a liquid to a gel or solid?

Which of the following terms means to convert a liquid to a gel or solid? a. coagulate b. clot c. hemostasis d. hematopoiesis Answer: ...

Which of the following statements is the most important standard precaution?

Which of the following statements is the most important standard precaution? a. Wash your hands. b. Wear Gloves. c. Wear a nonpermeable gown or apron. d....

Which of the following pairs is mismatched?

Which of the following pairs is mismatched? a. nosocomial infection—acquired outside the hospital b. reinfection—repeat infection by the same pathogen c....

Which of the following statements regarding antigens is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding antigens is NOT true? a. Antigens are foreign proteins. b. Antigens are marked for phagocytosis by an...

Which of the following is NOT part of the immune response?

Which of the following is NOT part of the immune response? a. exposure to a pathogen b. production of antibodies by A lymphocytes c. phagocytosis...

Which of the following is NOT an example of acquired immunity?

Which of the following is NOT an example of acquired immunity? a. antibodies crossing the placenta from the baby to the mother b. antibodies formed...

Which of the following statements regarding natural immunity is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding natural immunity is NOT true? a. Natural immunity includes receiving antibodies from the mother through...

Which of the following statements regarding the thymus gland is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding the thymus gland is NOT true? a. The thymus is located in the mediastinum of the chest. b. The thymus...

Which of the following is NOT a function of the spleen?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the spleen? a. The spleen contains a large population of macrophages. b. The spleen produces new erythrocytes. c....

Which of the following statements regarding the tonsils is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding the tonsils is NOT true? a. The palatine tonsils are located in the nasal cavity. b. The tonsils are...

Which of the following statements regarding lymph nodes is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding lymph nodes is NOT true? a. The house lymphocytes and antibodies. b. They remove pathogens and cell debris...

Which lymph glands are found in the groin region?

Which lymph glands are found in the groin region? a. axillary b. mediastinal c. cervical d. inguinal Answer: ...

Which of the following statements regarding lymphatic vessels is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding lymphatic vessels is NOT true? a. The smallest lymphatic vessels are called lymphatic capillaries. b....

Which is NOT a function of the lymphatic and immune system?

Which is NOT a function of the lymphatic and immune system? a. Transport fats absorbed by the small intestines. b. Primary defense against the invasion...

Which of the following is NOT part of the lymphatic system?

Which of the following is NOT part of the lymphatic system? a. liver b. spleen c. lymph nodes d. lymphatic vessels Answer: ...

Which blood type is called the Universal Recipient?

Which blood type is called the Universal Recipient?  a. Type A b. Type B c. Type O d. Type AB Answer: ...

Which blood type is called the Universal Donor?

Which blood type is called the Universal Donor? a. Type A b. Type B c. Type O d. Type AB Answer: ...

Which of the following statements regarding blood types is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding blood types is NOT true? a. Type A blood makes antibodies against Type B blood b. Type O blood makes...

Which of the following statements regarding hemostasis is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding hemostasis is NOT true? a. Platelets release thromboplastin b. Thromboplastin reacts with prothrombin...

Which of the following statements regarding leukocytes is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding leukocytes is NOT true? a. A leukocyte has a large nucleus b. Agranulocytes have granules in their cytoplashm c....

Which of the following statements regarding the different types of leukocytes is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding the different types of leukocytes is NOT true? a. Monocytes release histamine b. Eosinophils destroy...

Which of the following is a pathogen?

Which of the following is a pathogen? a. foreign material b. bacteria c. biruses d. all are pathogens Answer: ...

Which of the following statements regarding erythrocytes is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding erythrocytes is NOT true? a. Hemoglobin is an iron containing molecule inside red blood cells. b. Erythrocytes...

Red Blood cells appear red because:

Red Blood cells appear red because: a. of the size of their nucleus b. they contain hemoglobin c. they contain bilirubin d. they transport oxyge...

Which of the following is NOT a plasma protein?

Which of the following is NOT a plasma protein? a. albumin b. sodium c. globulins d. fibrinogen Answer: ...

Which of the following substances is NOT transported by plasma?

Which of the following substances is NOT transported by plasma? a. oxygen b. glucose c. calcium d. amino acids Answer: ...

Which of the following is not correctly matched?

Which of the following is not correctly matched? a. red cells—transporting substances b. leukocytes—protect the body from invasion c. plasma—tissue...

Blood cells are produced in the:

Blood cells are produced in the: a. spleen b. thymus gland c. red bone marrow d. liver Answer: ...

The watery part of blood is called:

The watery part of blood is called: a. red cells b. plasma c. white cells d. platelets Answer: ...

Which is NOT one of the formed elements of the blood?

Which is NOT one of the formed elements of the blood? a. red cells b. platelets c. white cells d. plasma Answer: ...

Which term means to cut into the pleen?

Which term means to cut into the pleen? a. splenototmy b. splenectomy c. splenoplasty d. splnopexy Answer: ...

Which term means lymph gland inflammation?

Which term means lymph gland inflammation? a. lymphangiitis b. lymphadenopathy c. lymphadenitis d. lympangiogram Answer: ...

Which term means too few red (cells)?

Which term means too few red (cells)? a. leukocytosis b. erythrocytosis c. hematocytosis d. erythropenia Answer: ...

Which term means too many white cells?

Which term means too many white cells? a. pancytopenia b. leukocytosis c. hematocytosis d. leukocytopenia Answer: ...

Which term means clotting cell?

Which term means clotting cell? a. erythrocyte b. leukocyte c. granulocyte d. thrombocyte Answer: ...

Which term means fiber producing?

Which term means fiber producing? a. fibrogenic b. fibrinogen c. fibrinolysis d. fibrotic Answer: ...

Which term means pertaining to blood?

Which term means pertaining to blood? a. sanguinous b. hematic c. hematologic d. both a and b Answer: ...

Which term means blood destruction?

Which term means blood destruction? a. hemolytic b. hematolytic c. hemolysis d. both a and c Answer: ...

Which term means red (cell) production?

Which term means red (cell) production? a. erythropoiesis b. hematopoiesis c. leukopoiesis d. thrombopoiesis Answer: ...

Which term means disease producing?

Which term means disease producing? a. pathological b. diseasopathy c. pathogenic d. pathology Answer: ...

Expenses, maintenance

Expenses, maintenance Cost of cleaning, supplies, utilities, tenant services, and other administrative costs for properties that produce income...

Expenses, fixed

Expenses, fixed Recurring property expenses such as real estate taxes or hazard insurance...

Exemption:

Exemption: Provision by which a law or a rule is not applicable to a certain group or person...

Executed contract

Executed contract Contract for which all terms and conditions have been completed, making it legally enforceable...

Executor

Executor Person named in a will to carry out the provisions of the will; also called a personal representative. Person selected in a will to carry...

Execute

Execute (a) Signing an instrument and taking other steps that may be necessary for validation. (b) To perform or complete...

Exculpatory clause

Exculpatory clause Provision in a mortgage relieving the borrower of personal liability on the loan (for certain defaults or problems) if the borrower...

Exclusive agency listing

Exclusive agency listing Employment contract providing one broker the right to sell property for a definite period, while also enabling owner to sell...

Excess land

Excess land Part of a parcel of land that does not add to the value of the property...

Eviction, Constructive

Eviction, Constructive Act of the landlord that interferes with the tenant's quiet enjoyment of the property to such an extent that the tenant is...

Eviction, Actual

Eviction, Actual Forcing someone physically from a property or preventing them from re-entering the real property or using lawful procedure to make...

Eviction

Eviction Dispossession through the process of law...

Et ux

Et ux Abbreviation for the Latin phrase "et uxor" which means "and wife....

Estoppel certificate

Estoppel certificate Document that prevents a person who signs it from later asserting facts different from mentioned in the document; also called...

Estoppel

Estoppel Legal principle that restricts a party from negating or asserting a certain fact owing to that party's previous actions or statements...

Estate for years

Estate for years Interest in real property that permits possession for certain, set time period...

Estate of inheritance

Estate of inheritance Estate that may be passed on to the heirs of the holder, as in a fee simple...

Estate at will

Estate at will Occupancy of real estate by a tenant for an indefinite period, which either party can terminated at wil...

Estate at sufferance

Estate at sufferance Unlawful occupation of a property by a tenant after their lease has terminated...

Estate

Estate Interest held by the property owners, it may be a freehold or a leasehold property...

Escrow instructions

Escrow instructions Directions that a party to a transaction gives to an escrow agent specifying the terms under which the escrow is to be conduc...

Escrow agent

Escrow agent Neutral third party entrusted by a seller and purchaser to hold a something of value pending the fulfillment of conditions needed to...

Escrow

Escrow Agreement that a neutral third party will hold something of value (money or a deed) until the provisions of a transaction or a contract may...

Escheat

Escheat Reverting of a property to the state in case there are no capable heirs found...

Escalation clause

Escalation clause Provision in a lease agreement that allows an increase in payments on the basis of an increase in an index, such as the consumer...

Erosion

Erosion Process where the surface of the land wears away by the actions of water or wind...

Equity

Equity Difference between the current market value of the property and the liens against the property...

Equitable right of redemption

Equitable right of redemption Real estate owner's right to take back property after default but before foreclosure, by paying all debt, costs and...

Equitable remedy

Equitable remedy Judgment granted by a civil lawsuit to a complainant that is not an award of money/damages which could be an injunction, rescission,...

Equal Credit Opportunity Act

Equal Credit Opportunity Act Federal law prohibiting lenders from discriminating against loan applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, national...

EPA

EPA Environmental Protection Agency ...

Entitlement

Entitlement In terms of a VA loan, it is the amount of the borrower's guaranty...

Encumbrance

Encumbrance Non-possessory interest in real property, such as a mortgage (loan), a lien (voluntary or involuntary), an easement, or a restrictive...

Encumber

Encumber Placing a lien or encumbrance against the title to a property...

Encroachment

Encroachment Unlawful intrusion onto neighborhood property, often due to a mistake regarding boundary location...

Eminent domain

Eminent domain Right of the government to take title to real property for public use by condemnation. The property owner receives just compensation...

Emblements, Doctrine of Law allowing an agricultural tenant to enter the land for harvesting the crops even after the lease period ends.

Emblements, Doctrine of Law allowing an agricultural tenant to enter the land for harvesting the crops even after the lease period ends...

Ejectment

Ejectment Legal action through which possession of real property is recovered from someone who has illegally taken possession of it; also called an...

Effective age

Effective age Age of a structure as its condition indicates and the remainder of its usefulness (as opposed to its actual age). Effective age of a...

Economic obsolescence

Economic obsolescence Loss of value due to factors stemming from beyond the property...

Economic life

Economic life Time period when an improved property yields a return on investment apart from the rent due to the land itself; also called the useful...

Easement in gross

Easement in gross Easement benefitting a person rather than a piece of land. There is a dominant tenant, without a dominant tenement...

Easement by necessity

Easement by necessity Such an easement is most commonly implied in favor of grantees that do not have any access to their land except over the land...

Easement by implication

Easement by implication Easement that is created by law so as to provide access to a landlocked parcel of land...

Easement by express reservation

Easement by express reservation When an easement is created in a deed by which the property is divided by the landowner, the servant tenement is transferred...

Easement by express grant

Easement by express grant Easement that is voluntarily created in a deed, will, or other written instrument...

Easement, Appurtenant

Easement, Appurtenant An appurtenant easement is a right to use an adjoining property. The one benefitting from the easement is the dominant tene...

Easement, Access

Easement, Access An easement that allows the holder of the easement to reach (and leave) his property (which is the dominant tenement) by passing...

Easement

Easement Right given to another person or entity to trespass upon property that is not owned by that person or entity...

Earnest money

Earnest money Deposit made by a real estate buyer demonstrating her good faith...

The circulatory system transports wastes to all the following organs except:

The circulatory system transports wastes to all the following organs except: a. kidney b. lung c. liver d. rectum Answer: ...

Which of the following abbreviations stands for a surgical procedure?

Which of the following abbreviations stands for a surgical procedure? a. CABG b. MI c. CHF d. HTN Answer: ...

Which of the following abbreviations stands for a heart attack?

Which of the following abbreviations stands for a heart attack? a. HTN b. MI c. CAD d. PVD Answer: ...

Which of the following medications does NOT treat hypertension?

Which of the following medications does NOT treat hypertension? a. ACE inhibitors b. calcium channel blockers c. vasoconstrictors d. beta blocker...

Which medication increases the force of cardiac muscle contractions?

Which medication increases the force of cardiac muscle contractions? a. diuretics b. antiarrhythmics c. beta blockers d. cardiotonic Answer:&nb...

Which surgical procedure would be used to join together two arteries?

Which surgical procedure would be used to join together two arteries? a. bypass graft b. anastomosis c. endarterectomy d. arterial stent Answer...

Which surgical procedure is used to treat varicose veins?

Which surgical procedure is used to treat varicose veins? a. stent placement b. embolectomy c. ligation and stripping d. aneurysmectomy Answer:...

Which surgical procedure removes the damaged inner lining of an artery?

Which surgical procedure removes the damaged inner lining of an artery? a. endarterectomy b. arterial anastomosis c. ligation and stripping d. em...

Which therapeutic device is used to treat ventricular fibrillation?

Which therapeutic device is used to treat ventricular fibrillation? a. pericardiocentesis b. implantable cardioverter c. extracorporeal circulation d....

Which procedure uses a heart long machine?

Which procedure uses a heart long machine? a. cardiopulmonary resuscitation b. Holter monitor c. extracorporeal circulation d. stress testing A...

Which surgical procedure uses a blood vessel obtained from another part of the body?

Which surgical procedure uses a blood vessel obtained from another part of the body? a. coronary artery bypass graft b. arterial anastomosis c. aneurysmectomy d....

Which of the following diagnostic procedures is able to visualize internal cardiac structures?

Which of the following diagnostic procedures is able to visualize internal cardiac structures? a. cardiac scan b. coronary angiography c. electrocardiography d....

Which of the following diagnostic procedures measures cardiac fitness?

Which of the following diagnostic procedures measures cardiac fitness? a. cardiac enzymes b. serum lipoprotein test c. stress test d. coronary an...

Which of the following diagnostic procedures is a blood test?

Which of the following diagnostic procedures is a blood test? a. Holter monitor b. cardiac enzymes c. cardiac scan d. venography Answer: ...

Which of the following conditions is periodic ischemic attacks affecting the extremities of the body?

Which of the following conditions is periodic ischemic attacks affecting the extremities of the body? a. Raynaud's phenomenon b. patent ductus arteriosus c....

Which of the following conditions is caused by inflamed veins causing the formation of blood clots within the vein?

Which of the following conditions is caused by inflamed veins causing the formation of blood clots within the vein? a. hemangioma b. varicose veins c....

Varicose veins in the anal region are called:

Varicose veins in the anal region are called: a. hemorrhoids b. varicosities c. hemangioma d. aneurysm Answer: ...

A weakened and ballooned artery is called a(n):

A weakened and ballooned artery is called a(n): a. arteriosclerosis b. aneurysm c. varicosity d. atherosclerosis Answer: ...

Which of the following conditions is NOT a congenital anomaly?

Which of the following conditions is NOT a congenital anomaly? a. coarctation of the aorta b. patent ductus arteriosus c. aneurysm d. tetralogy of...

Which of the following is a floating clot that has broken off a clot somewhere else in the body?

Which of the following is a floating clot that has broken off a clot somewhere else in the body? a. embolus b. thrombophlebitis c. hemangioma d. ...

The most common form of arteriosclerosis is:

The most common form of arteriosclerosis is: a. polyarteritis b. pericarditis c. atherosclerosis d. atheroma Answer: ...

Valve stenosis means the valve is:

Valve stenosis means the valve is: a. too large b. too loose c. too small d. too stiff Answer: ...

In which of the following conditions is a heart valve too loose?

In which of the following conditions is a heart valve too loose? a. valvorrhexis b. valve prolaspse c. valvulitis d. valve stenosis Answer:&nbs...

Fibrillation means that:

Fibrillation means that: a. the heart beat is dangerously irregular b. the heart is beating too fast c. the heart has stopped beating d. the heart...

In bacterial endocarditis, the mass of bacteria that forms is referred to as:

In bacterial endocarditis, the mass of bacteria that forms is referred to as: a. hemangioma b. bruit c. pyoma d. vegetation Answer: ...

In which condition is the heart muscle too weak to pump efficiently?

In which condition is the heart muscle too weak to pump efficiently? a. heart valve prolapsed b. congestive heart failure c. myocarditis d. endoc...

Which condition is the severe chest pain associated with myocardial ischemia?

Which condition is the severe chest pain associated with myocardial ischemia? a. congestive heart failure b. myocardial infarction c. angina pectoris d....

The complete stopping of heart activity is called:

The complete stopping of heart activity is called: a. cardiac arrest b. fibrillation c. bundle branch block d. angina pectoris Answer: ...

What is the name of the steel tube placed within a blood vessel?

What is the name of the steel tube placed within a blood vessel? a. bruit b. stent c. plaque d. cardoverter Answer: ...

Streptokinase and tissue type plasminogen activator are used for:

Streptokinase and tissue type plasminogen activator are used for: a. hypertension b. defibrillation c. open heart surgery d. thrombolytic therapy...

Which term means fast heart beat?

Which term means fast heart beat? a. fibrillation b. tachycardia c. hypercardia d. bradycardia Answer: ...

Which abbreviation stands for high blood pressure?

Which abbreviation stands for high blood pressure? a. CSD b. HDL c. BP d. HTN Answer: ...

Which abbreviation is an arrhythmia?

Which abbreviation is an arrhythmia? a. MR b. ECC c. Vfib d. MI Answer: ...

Which term is misspelled?

Which term is misspelled? a. atherosclerosis b. myocardial c. phleboitis d. interventricular Answer: ...

Which term is misspelled?

Which term is misspelled? a. angioplasty b. arteriorrhexis c. bradycardia d. valvulitis Answer: ...

Which of the following terms means to flow backwards?

Which of the following terms means to flow backwards? a. infarct b. regurgitation c. stent d. palpitation Answer: ...

Which term means a yellow fatty deposit of lipids in an artery?

Which term means a yellow fatty deposit of lipids in an artery? a. perfusion b. bruit c. plaque d. stent Answer: ...

Which of the following terms means pounding, racing heartbeats?

Which of the following terms means pounding, racing heartbeats? a. palpitations b. bruit c. murmur d. plaque Answer: A...

Which term means listening to the sounds within the body?

Which term means listening to the sounds within the body? a. stethoscope b. auscultation c. bruit d. murmur Answer: ...

Which terms means process of recording a vessel?

Which terms means process of recording a vessel? a. angiogram b. arteriography c. hemangiography d. angiography Answer: ...

Which term means high pressure?

Which term means high pressure? a. hypermanometer b. hypotension c. hypertension d. supratension Answer: ...

A heart specialist would be called a:

A heart specialist would be called a:  a. cardiologist b. phlebotomist c. coronologist d. hemangiologist Answer: ...

Which combining form is for a structure NOT found inside the heart?

Which combining form is for a structure NOT found inside the heart? a. atri/o b. phleb/o c. valvul/o d. ventricul/o Answer: ...

Which terms means enlarged heart?

Which terms means enlarged heart? a. cardiorrhexis b. cardiostenosis c. cardiosclerosis d. cardiomegaly Answer: ...

Which term means hardened artery?

Which term means hardened artery? a. arteriosclerosis b. arteriostenosis c. angiosclerosis d. artherosclerosis Answer: ...

Which term means pertaining to between the atria?

Which term means pertaining to between the atria? a. intratrial b. interarterial c. interatrial d. transatrial Answer: C...

Which combing form means chest?

Which combing form means chest? a. angi/o b. steth/o c. phleb/o d. sphygm/o Answer: ...

Which of the following statements regarding blood pressure is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding blood pressure is NOT true? a. Blood pressure is highest when the heart is relaxed b. It is the measurement...

The diffusion of oxygen and nutrients from the blood into the body tissues occurs in the:

The diffusion of oxygen and nutrients from the blood into the body tissues occurs in the: a. heart b. aorta c. lungs d. capillary bed Answer:&n...

Which artery carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs?

Which artery carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs? a. systemic b. aortic c. lungs d. capillary bed Answer: ...

Which blood vessels have the thickest smooth muscle wall?

Which blood vessels have the thickest smooth muscle wall? a. capillaries b. arteries c. veins d. venules Answer: ...

The heart receives its blood supply from the:

The heart receives its blood supply from the: a. coronary arteries b. coronary sinus c. aorta d. ventricles Answer: ...

The smallest arteries are called:

The smallest arteries are called: a. arteriules b. capillaries c. arteriums d. arterioles Answer: ...

The narrowest blood vessels are called:

The narrowest blood vessels are called: a. arteries b. veins c. capillaries d. venules Answer: ...

Which structure of the conduction system was formerly called the bundle of His?

Which structure of the conduction system was formerly called the bundle of His? a. bundle branches b. atrioventricular bundle c. atrioventricular...

Which of the following statements regarding the conduction system of the heart is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding the conduction system of the heart is NOT true? a. The AV node stimulates the SA node b. The conduction...

Which of the following is also known as the pacemaker of the heart?

Which of the following is also known as the pacemaker of the heart? a. atrioventricular b. Purkinje fibers c. atrioventricular bundle d. sinoatrial...

Which of the following statements regarding blood flow through the heart is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding blood flow through the heart is NOT true? a. The relaxation phase is called diastole b. The left atrium...

The largest artery in the body is the:

The largest artery in the body is the: a. vena cavae b. pulmonary artery c. aorta d. none of the above Answer: ...

The pulmonary artery:

The pulmonary artery:  a. carries blood away from the heart b. carries blood away from the lungs c. carries blood to the body d. carries to the...

Blood exits the left side of the heart into the:

Blood exits the left side of the heart into the: a. aorta b. vena cavae c. pulmonary vein d. pulmonary artery Answer: ...

Blood is returned to the right side of the heart by the:

Blood is returned to the right side of the heart by the:  a. aorta b. vena cavae c. pulmonary vein d. pulmonary artery Answer: ...

Which heart valve has two cusps?

Which heart valve has two cusps? a. mitral b. aortic c. tricuspid d. pulmonary Answer: ...

Which of the following statements regarding heart valves is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding heart valves is NOT true? a. Atrioventricular valves are between an atrium and ventricle. b. The tricuspid...

The mitral valve is also called the ____ valve.

The mitral valve is also called the ____ valve.  a. bicuspid b. aortic c. pulmonary d. tricuspid Answer: ...