A disease that can be spread from one person to another person/s is called:

A disease that can be spread from one person to another person/s is called:

A) nosocomial
B) communicable
C) autoimmune
D) idiopathic


Answer: B) communicable

An infant was just given an injection that will provide immunity to the measles, mumps, and rubella. This is an example of:

An infant was just given an injection that will provide immunity to the measles, mumps, and rubella. This is an example of:

A) allergy shots
B) blood transfusion
C) immunosuppression
D) immunization


Answer: D) immunization

Diseases that are caused by a person's own immune response attacking otherwise completely healthy tissues are known as the:

Diseases that are caused by a person's own immune response attacking otherwise completely healthy tissues are known as the:

A) autoimmune disorders
B) nosocomial infections
C) immunodeficiencies
D) allergies


Answer: A) autoimmune disorders

This is the medical term for the stopping the bleeding

This is the medical term for the stopping the bleeding

A) anemia
B) hemolysis
C) hemostasis
D) coagulation


Answer: C) hemostasis

A treatment of an infection with an administration of a substance, derived from one type microorganisms to cause the death or slowing the growth of another type of the microorganisms, is called as the:

A treatment of an infection with an administration of a substance, derived from one type microorganisms to cause the death or slowing the growth of another type of the microorganisms, is called as the:

A) antibiotic therapy
B) immunization
C) immunotherapy
D) vaccination


Answer: A) antibiotic therapy

This is a severe and sometimes life-threatening hypersensitivity reaction to an antigen, which causes rapid drop in the blood pressure and difficulty breathing due to the laryngeal edema and bronchospasm.

This is a severe and sometimes life-threatening hypersensitivity reaction to an antigen, which causes rapid drop in the blood pressure and difficulty breathing due to the laryngeal edema and bronchospasm.

A) hemostasis
B) prophylaxis
C) thrombosis
D) anaphylaxis


Answer: D) anaphylaxis

This type of anemia is caused by the red bone marrow's failure to produce the blood cells

This type of anemia is caused by the red bone marrow's failure to produce the blood cells

A) sickle cell anemia
B) iron-deficiency anemia
C) leukemia
D) aplastic anemia


Answer: D) aplastic anemia

A patient twisted her ankle. Immediately after the injury, the ankle became swollen, red, painful, and warm to the touch. The medical term for this phenomenon is:

A patient twisted her ankle. Immediately after the injury, the ankle became swollen, red, painful, and warm to the touch. The medical term for this phenomenon is:

A) inflammation
B) arthrosis
C) thrombosis
D) infection


Answer: A) inflammation

This anemia is due to a genetic disorder with a defective hemoglobin which causes the red blood cells to change their shape and clump together blocking the small blood vessels

This anemia is due to a genetic disorder with a defective hemoglobin which causes the red blood cells to change their shape and clump together blocking the small blood vessels

A) iron-deficiency anemia
B) sickle cell anemia
C) leukemia
D) aplastic anemia


Answer: B) sickle cell anemia

What term refers to a diminished immune system response caused by the drugs, chemicals or radiation?

What term refers to a diminished immune system response caused by the drugs, chemicals or radiation?

A) immunosuppression
B) immunodeficiency
C) incompatibility
D) infection


Answer: A) immunosuppression

This disease is characterized by the reduced number of red blood cells or reduced amount of the hemoglobin in them.

This disease is characterized by the reduced number of red blood cells or reduced amount of the hemoglobin in them.

A) bacteremia
B) leukemia
C) anemia
D) fungemia


Answer: C) anemia

Which medical term is spelled correctly?

Which medical term is spelled correctly?

A) anesocytosis
B) anteretroviral
C) poikelocytosis
D) anaphylaxis


Answer: D) anaphylaxis

Anemia that is caused by an inadequate supply of the vitamin B12 is called:

Anemia that is caused by an inadequate supply of the vitamin B12 is called:

A) pernicious anemia
B) iron-deficiency anemia
C) sickle cell anemia
D) aplastic anemia


Answer: A) pernicious anemia

Which medical term below is spelled correctly?

Which medical term below is spelled correctly?

A) anaphylaxis
B) anteretroviral
C) poikelocytosis
D) ansocytosis


Answer: A) anaphylaxis

This is a viral disease that disables the person's immune response by destroying the Helper T4 lymphocytes.

This is a viral disease that disables the person's immune response by destroying the Helper T4 lymphocytes.

A) ESR
B) CBC
C) PLT
D) AIDS


Answer: D) AIDS

A patient who develops the itchy, watery eyes and the nasal congestion, when exposed to the pollens, is most likely suffers from the:

A patient who develops the itchy, watery eyes and the nasal congestion, when exposed to the pollens, is most likely suffers from the:

A) allergies
B) asthma
C) anemia
D) immune deficiency


Answer: A) allergies

The word edema means which of the following?

The word edema means which of the following?

A) the presence of fungus in the blood
B) an abnormal condition of blood
C) the leakage of fluid from the bloodstream into the interstitial space
D) a collection of the blood outside the blood vessels


Answer: C) the leakage of fluid from the bloodstream into the interstitial space

What is the term for the condition of a decreased number of the platelets which will interfere with the normal clotting process

What is the term for the condition of a decreased number of the platelets which will interfere with the normal clotting process

A) thrombocytopenia
B) anisocytosis
C) leukemia
D) erythrocytosis


Answer: A) thrombocytopenia

This is the medical term for the presence of bacteria in the patient's blood.

This is the medical term for the presence of bacteria in the patient's blood.

A) necrosis
B) anemia
C) leukopenia
D) bacteremia


Answer: D) bacteremia

Splenomegaly is defined as the:

Splenomegaly is defined as the:

A) abnormal reduction in the size of spleen
B) ruptured spleen
C) abnormal enlargement of the spleen
D) drooping of the spleen


Answer: C) abnormal enlargement of the spleen

What does the prefix an- mean in the term the anisocytosis?

What does the prefix an- mean in the term the anisocytosis?

A) together
B) not or without
C) same
D) around


Answer: B) not or without

The medical term for the abnormally large red blood cells is:

The medical term for the abnormally large red blood cells is:

A) poikilocytosis
B) anisocytosis
C) microcytosis
D) macrocytosis


Answer: D) macrocytosis

An abnormal loss of the blood from the circulation due to a disease or trauma is called:

An abnormal loss of the blood from the circulation due to a disease or trauma is called:

A) hemorrhage
B) anemia
C) hemolysis
D) dyscrasia


Answer: A) hemorrhage

This is the medical term for a blood smear showing the red blood cells of unequal sizes.

This is the medical term for a blood smear showing the red blood cells of unequal sizes.

A) erythrocytopenia
B) anisocytosis
C) macrocytosis
D) bacteremia


Answer: B) anisocytosis

The medical term for the rupture of the red blood cells is:

The medical term for the rupture of the red blood cells is:

A) hemophilia
B) hematoma
C) hemostasis
D) hemolysis


Answer: D) hemolysis

What does the suffix -emia mean?

What does the suffix -emia mean?

A) disease
B) tumor
C) condition of the blood
D) bleeding


Answer: C) condition of the blood

The combining form for the blood is:

The combining form for the blood is:

A) bacteri/o
B) hemat/o
C) erythr/o
D) aden/o


Answer: B) hemat/o

What suffix means an abnormal reduction in the number?

What suffix means an abnormal reduction in the number?

A) -philia
B) -crit
C) -penia
D) -emia


Answer: C) -penia

Carpoptosis means a procedure to strengthen the wrist.

Carpoptosis means a procedure to strengthen the wrist.

A) True
B) False


Answer: B) False

Craniotomy is removal of a part of the skull.

Craniotomy is removal of a part of the skull.

A) True
B) False


Answer: B) False

A physician examined a teenager and found an abnormal lateral curvature of the spinal column, which is known as the scoliosis.

A physician examined a teenager and found an abnormal lateral curvature of the spinal column, which is known as the scoliosis.

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

Osteomyelitis is a painful bone marrow infection caused by the bacteria.

Osteomyelitis is a painful bone marrow infection caused by the bacteria.

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

Joints are stabilized by the tough bands of the fibrous connective tissue called as the tendons.

Joints are stabilized by the tough bands of the fibrous connective tissue called as the tendons.

A) True
B) False


Answer: B) False

A child had a fracture of the end of the femur, which is an epiphyseal fracture

A child had a fracture of the end of the femur, which is an epiphyseal fracture

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

The medical term for aligning broken bones to their normal position is:

The medical term for aligning broken bones to their normal position is:

A. incision
B. reduction
C. fixation
D. rickets


Answer: B. reduction

Occasionally, it is necessary to purposely break a bone to correct an improperly healed fracture. This procedure is called:

Occasionally, it is necessary to purposely break a bone to correct an improperly healed fracture. This procedure is called:

A. arthroplasty
B. osteoclasis
C. arthrodesis
D. osteotomy


Answer: B. osteoclasis

Using the pins, screws, or plates to stabilize the alignment of the broken bone fragments is called:

Using the pins, screws, or plates to stabilize the alignment of the broken bone fragments is called:

A. arthroscopy
B. closed reduction
C. internal fixation
D. external fixation


Answer: C. internal fixation

The medical term for an excessive posterior curve of the thoracic spine, forming a hump, is:

The medical term for an excessive posterior curve of the thoracic spine, forming a hump, is:

A. kyphosis
B. osteoporosis
C. lordosis
D. scoliosis


Answer: A. kyphosis

The medical term for the surgical fixation to connect the unstable vertebrae is:

The medical term for the surgical fixation to connect the unstable vertebrae is:

A. fasciotomy
B. spondylosyndesis
C. myorrhaphy
D. laminectomy


Answer: B. spondylosyndesis

The medical term for the inflammation of the tendon is:

The medical term for the inflammation of the tendon is:

A. myositis
B. arthritis
C. spondylarthritis
D. tendonitis


Answer: D. tendonitis

The medical term for inflammation of the tendon and synovial membrane that surrounds a joint is:

The medical term for inflammation of the tendon and synovial membrane that surrounds a joint is:

A. bursitis
B. tendonitis
C. tenosynovitis
D. epicondylitis
E. myositis


Answer: C. tenosynovitis

The type of bone fracture which causes multiple fragments of the bone, is called as the ________ fracture.

The type of bone fracture which causes multiple fragments of the bone, is called as the ________ fracture.

A. epiphyseal
B. compression
C. spiral
D. comminuted


Answer: D. comminuted

The correct medical term for the muscle pain is:

The correct medical term for the muscle pain is:

A. myalgia
B. dyskinesia
C. tenodynia
D. arthralgia


Answer: A. myalgia

A tear of the fibers within a muscle is called a:

A tear of the fibers within a muscle is called a:

A. sprain
B. strain
C. fracture
D. myeloma


Answer: B. strain

The inability to coordinate the muscles during a voluntary activity is known as?

The inability to coordinate the muscles during a voluntary activity is known as?

A. arthralgia
B. ataxia
C. myalgia
D. bradykinesia


Answer: B. ataxia

What does the suffix -lysis mean?

What does the suffix -lysis mean?

A. joiming
B. forming
C. loosening or breaking
D. repairing


Answer: C. loosening or breaking

What does the suffix -ist mean?

What does the suffix -ist mean?

A. field
B. one who practices
C. training
D. inflammation


Answer: B. one who practices

What does the suffix -algia mean?

What does the suffix -algia mean?

A. development
B. pain
C. absence of
D. excessive


Answer: B. pain

If a paraplegic patient does not receive a physical therapy to exercise to his paralyzed muscles daily, the muscles will reduce in the size. This condition is termed as the

If a paraplegic patient does not receive a physical therapy to exercise to his paralyzed muscles daily, the muscles will reduce in the size. This condition is termed as the

A. atrophy
B. ankylosis
C. ataxia
D. tenodynia


Answer: A. atrophy

What does the suffix -cele mean?

What does the suffix -cele mean?

A. revealing
B. penetrating
C. protrusion
D. dissolving


Answer: C. protrusion

A tear of the fibers within a ligament is called a:

A tear of the fibers within a ligament is called a:

A. sprain
B. strain
C. fracture
D. cramp


Answer: A. sprain

This disease is characterized by an abnormal loss of the bone density.

This disease is characterized by an abnormal loss of the bone density.

A. osteopetrosis
B. osteoporosis
C. gout
D. carpal tunnel syndrome


Answer: B. osteoporosis

This metabolic disorder usually presents with an acute inflammation, swelling and severe pain in the joint of the big toe and is caused by the deposits of the crystals of the uric acid in the joints. It is termed as the

This metabolic disorder usually presents with an acute inflammation, swelling and severe pain in the joint of the big toe and is caused by the deposits of the crystals of the uric acid in the joints. It is termed as the

A. Paget's disease of the bone
B. acute epicondylitis
C. acute gout
D. bunion


Answer: C. acute gout

This is a congenital disease that causes a progressive generalized weakness and deterioration of the muscles.

This is a congenital disease that causes a progressive generalized weakness and deterioration of the muscles.

A. fibromyalgia
B. Duchenne's muscular dystrophy
C. osteogenesis imperfecta
D. achondroplasia


Answer: B. Duchenne's muscular dystrophy

A condition due to the repetitive stress injury of the wrist causing the inflammation of the synovial sheaths and compression of the median nerve is called as the

A condition due to the repetitive stress injury of the wrist causing the inflammation of the synovial sheaths and compression of the median nerve is called as the

A. carpoptosis
B. carpal tunnel syndrome
C. Marfan's syndrome
D. gout


Answer: B. carpal tunnel syndrome

This type of progressive arthritis is caused by an autoimmune disorder.

This type of progressive arthritis is caused by an autoimmune disorder.

A. rheumatoid arthritis
B. epicondylitis
C. osteoarthritis
D. osteomyelitis


Answer: A. rheumatoid arthritis

This type of arthritis is caused by the joint wear and tear that occurs with the old age.

This type of arthritis is caused by the joint wear and tear that occurs with the old age.

A. rheumatoid arthritis
B. epicondylitis
C. osteoarthritis
D. osteomyelitis


Answer: C. osteoarthritis

The abbreviation ROM stands for which of the following?

The abbreviation ROM stands for which of the following?

A. rate of motion
B. route of motion
C. range of movement
D. range of motion


Answer: D. range of motion

In the skeletal system, the combining form myel/o means:

In the skeletal system, the combining form myel/o means:

A. bent forward
B. bone marrow
C. hernia
D. spine


Answer: B. bone marrow

Which medical term is spelled correctly?

Which medical term is spelled correctly?

A. cocycx
B. dyskinisia
C. fasciotomy
D. myoceole


Answer: C. fasciotomy

Which type of joint which allows the most movement between the bones in the knee, hip, elbow, and shoulder?

Which type of joint which allows the most movement between the bones in the knee, hip, elbow, and shoulder?

A. bursae
B. cartilaginous
C. fibrous
D. synovial


Answer: D. synovial

Which combining form means the curved?

Which combining form means the curved?

A. clon/o
B. lord/o
C. rachi/o
D. scoli/o


Answer: D. scoli/o

The suffix that means a surgical fixation or fusion of an unstable joint is:

The suffix that means a surgical fixation or fusion of an unstable joint is:

A. -clasis
B. -desis
C. -otomy
D. -plasty


Answer: B. -desis

The medical term for the inflammation of the tendon and synovial membrane that surrounds a joint is:

The medical term for the inflammation of the tendon and synovial membrane that surrounds a joint is:

A. bursitis
B. tendonitis
C. tenosynovitis
D. epicondylitis
E. myositis


Answer: C. tenosynovitis

An elderly patient fractured her hip and needs a hip replacement. She will be scheduled for a procedure termed as the hip:

An elderly patient fractured her hip and needs a hip replacement. She will be scheduled for a procedure termed as the hip:

A. arthrodesis
B. arthrotomy
C. arthroplasty
D. arthroscopy


Answer: C. arthroplasty

Surgical removal of part of a vertebra to relieve the pressure from a herniated disk on the spinal cord or spinal nerve is called as the:

Surgical removal of part of a vertebra to relieve the pressure from a herniated disk on the spinal cord or spinal nerve is called as the:

A. diskectomy
B. laminectomy
C. ostectomy
D. rachiotomy


Answer: B. laminectomy

A surgical puncture of a joint to withdraw or aspirate fluids from the synovial cavity is known as:

A surgical puncture of a joint to withdraw or aspirate fluids from the synovial cavity is known as:

A. arthrocentesis
B. arthrodesis
C. athroscopy
D. athrotomy


Answer: A. arthrocentesis

Inflammation and degeneration of a spinal joint is known as:

Inflammation and degeneration of a spinal joint is known as:

A. achondroplasia
B. anklyosis
C. spondylarthritis or spondyloarthritis
D. arthritis


Answer: C. spondylarthritis or spondyloarthritis

The word root orth means:

The word root orth means:

A. bone
B. joint
C. muscle
D. straight


Answer: D. straight

The medical term for an excessive anterior curve of the lumbar spine is:

The medical term for an excessive anterior curve of the lumbar spine is:

A. lordosis
B. osteoporosis
C. scoliosis
D. kyphosis


Answer: A. lordosis

A malignant tumor that arises from the bone marrow is known as the

A malignant tumor that arises from the bone marrow is known as the

A. myeloma
B. osteosarcoma
C. melanoma
D. fibrosarcoma


Answer: A. myeloma

Which of the following is a term for a large muscle growth?

Which of the following is a term for a large muscle growth?

A. dystrophy
B. atrophy
C. hypertrophy
D. myalgia


Answer: C. hypertrophy

The suffix -tomy refers to which of the following?

The suffix -tomy refers to which of the following?

A. removal
B. repair
C. cutting
D. surgical repair


Answer: C. cutting

The prefix syn- means which of the following?

The prefix syn- means which of the following?

A. join
B. enlarge
C. break
D. straighten


Answer: A. join

The abnormally slow body movements that is a sign of an underlying disorder of the musculoskeletal, or the nervous system, is called as the?

The abnormally slow body movements that is a sign of an underlying disorder of the musculoskeletal, or the nervous system, is called as the?

A. atrophy
B. dystrophy
C. bradykinesia
D. fibromyalgia


Answer: C. bradykinesia

Which of the following combining forms describes the wrist?

Which of the following combining forms describes the wrist?

A. carp/o
B. cost/o
C. condyl/o
D. fibul/o


Answer: A. carp/o

Hyperhidrosis means an excessive perspiration from a person having abnormal sweat glands.

Hyperhidrosis means an excessive perspiration from a person having abnormal sweat glands.

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

A patient who thinks he might be allergic to shellfish, ate some shrimp. This patient should be observed for the signs of the urticaria.

A patient who thinks he might be allergic to shellfish, ate some shrimp. This patient should be observed for the signs of the urticaria.

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

The suffix in the term the onychophagia means eating or swallowing.

The suffix in the term the onychophagia means eating or swallowing.

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

The definition of the diaphoresis is a profuse cold sweating due to an acute illness.

The definition of the diaphoresis is a profuse cold sweating due to an acute illness.

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

A Bulla is a large elevation of the epidermis that is filled with fluid.

A Bulla is a large elevation of the epidermis that is filled with fluid.

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

The suffix -tome means a cutting instrument.

The suffix -tome means a cutting instrument.

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

The combining form that means the hidden is the crypt/o.

The combining form that means the hidden is the crypt/o.

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

Dermatoautoplasty is surgical repair using the skin graft from a source other than the patient himself or herself.

Dermatoautoplasty is surgical repair using the skin graft from a source other than the patient himself or herself.

A) True
B) False


Answer: B) False

This procedure involves the use of sandpaper-like abrasives for the removal of unwanted scars or tattoos from the surface of the skin.

This procedure involves the use of sandpaper-like abrasives for the removal of unwanted scars or tattoos from the surface of the skin.

A) rhytidectomy
B) liposuction
C) debridement
D) dermabrasion


Answer: D) dermabrasion

The medical suffix that means an instrument to cut is:

The medical suffix that means an instrument to cut is:

A) -opsy
B) -tome
C) -osis
D) -malacia


Answer: B) -tome

This is a surgery involving the removal of a tissue sample for the pathology lab evaluation.

This is a surgery involving the removal of a tissue sample for the pathology lab evaluation.

A) dermatoplasty
B) dermabrasion
C) rhytidectomy
D) biopsy


Answer: D) biopsy

This autoimmune disease is characterized by an abnormal thickening and hardening of the skin.

This autoimmune disease is characterized by an abnormal thickening and hardening of the skin.

A) leukoderma
B) scleroderma
C) scabies
D) cellulitis


Answer: B) scleroderma

The medical term for athlete's foot is:

The medical term for athlete's foot is:

A) tinea capitis
B) tinea versicolor
C) tinea pedis
D) tinea corporis


Answer: C) tinea pedis

In the condition ________, the individual suffers from the an excessive perspiration in the under arm and groin areas.

In the condition ________, the individual suffers from the an excessive perspiration in the under arm and groin areas.

A) impetigo
B) acne
C) eczema
D) hyperhidrosis


Answer: D) hyperhidrosis

When the skin becomes inflamed due to being in the contact with a chemical substance or a plant sap such as the poison ivy, the condition is called as the

When the skin becomes inflamed due to being in the contact with a chemical substance or a plant sap such as the poison ivy, the condition is called as the

A) seborrheic dermatitis
B) contact dermatitis
C) stasis dermatitis
D) actinic dermatitis


Answer: B) contact dermatitis

Inflammation of the connective tissue deep in the dermis due to a bacterial infection is termed as the:

Inflammation of the connective tissue deep in the dermis due to a bacterial infection is termed as the:

A) scabies
B) cellulitis
C) paronychia
D) albinism


Answer: B) cellulitis

The suffix that means the discharge is

The suffix that means the discharge is

A) -malacia
B) -rrhea
C) -oma
D) -itis


Answer: B) -rrhea

The medical term for the severely itching skin is:

The medical term for the severely itching skin is:

A) papule
B) pallor
C) pediculosis
D) pruritus


Answer: D) pruritus

This disease is characterized by the bacterial infection of the sebaceous oil glands in the skin.

This disease is characterized by the bacterial infection of the sebaceous oil glands in the skin.

A) tinea
B) acne
C) psoriasis
D) eczema


Answer: B) acne

The medical term for the cluster of the small blisters is:

The medical term for the cluster of the small blisters is:

A) fissures
B) vesicles
C) macules
D) folliculitis


Answer: B) vesicles

The medical term for the hives from an allergic reaction is:

The medical term for the hives from an allergic reaction is:

A) albinism
B) eczema
C) psoriasis
D) urticaria

Answer: D) urticaria

This is a precancerous condition of the skin where prolonged or long term exposure to the sunlight causes the scaly lesions to form.

This is a precancerous condition of the skin where prolonged or long term exposure to the sunlight causes the scaly lesions to form.

A) actinic keratosis
B) acne
C) albinism
D) seborrheic dermatitis


Answer: A) actinic keratosis

Patient has a fungal infection of the skin with a round red itchy and scaly rash called

Patient has a fungal infection of the skin with a round red itchy and scaly rash called

A) ringworm
B) psoriasis
C) scabies
D) impetigo


Answer: A) ringworm

A chronic familial skin condition characterized by itchy red lesions with the silvery scales, is known as:

A chronic familial skin condition characterized by itchy red lesions with the silvery scales, is known as:

A) cellulitis
B) herpes
C) pediculosis
D) psoriasis


Answer: D) psoriasis

A skin lesion which is small, solid, and elevated is called as a:

A skin lesion which is small, solid, and elevated is called as a:

A) macule
B) nevus
C) vesicle
D) papule


Answer: D) papule

A blunt injury to the skin that causes a discoloration and painful swelling without breaking the skin surface is known as a:

A blunt injury to the skin that causes a discoloration and painful swelling without breaking the skin surface is known as a:

A) contusion
B) laceration
C) fissure
D) vesicle


Answer: A) contusion

The patient in the nursing home has deep open ulcers over the bony prominences of the hips and sacrum. The doctor would chart that the patient has:

The patient in the nursing home has deep open ulcers over the bony prominences of the hips and sacrum. The doctor would chart that the patient has:

A) abrasions.
B) decubitus ulcers
C) contusions
D) cicatrices


Answer: B) decubitus ulcers

Which medical term means the death of tissue due to a disease or trauma?

Which medical term means the death of tissue due to a disease or trauma?

A) necrosis
B) onychomalacia
C) onychophagia
D) xanthoderma


Answer: A) necrosis

The medical suffix out of the following that means to view is:

The medical suffix out of the following that means to view is:

A) -oid
B) -opsy
C) -osis
D) -tome


Answer: B) -opsy

The definition of the suffix -malacia is:

The definition of the suffix -malacia is:

A) abnormal state
B) excessive discharge
C) inflammation
D) softening


Answer: D) softening

The medical term for condition in which the skin, mucus membranes and the nails turn blue color in a patient with a lung or heart disease?

The medical term for condition in which the skin, mucus membranes and the nails turn blue color in a patient with a lung or heart disease?

A) cyanosis
B) erythema
C) jaundice
D) pallor


Answer: A) cyanosis

Which medical term is spelled correctly?

Which medical term is spelled correctly?

A) oncyhomalacia
B) rhytidoplasty
C) sebacious
D) zeroderma


Answer: B) rhytidoplasty

In which of the following skin condition, there is a partial or total loss of skin pigmentation in irregular patches due to a congenital or acquired absence or loss of the melanocytes

In which of the following skin condition, there is a partial or total loss of skin pigmentation in irregular patches due to a congenital or acquired absence or loss of the melanocytes

A) impetigo
B) leukoderma
C) onychomalacia
D) paronychia


Answer: B) leukoderma

The semicircular pale area at the proximal end of the nail is the:

The semicircular pale area at the proximal end of the nail is the:

A) cuticle
B) eponychium
C) lunula
D) sensory receptor


Answer: C) lunula

Which of the following is a severe bacterial skin infection which spreads to the subcutaneous tissue, causing a cluster of the abscesses and systemic illness signs and symptoms such as fever, fatigue etc.?

Which of the following is a severe bacterial skin infection which spreads to the subcutaneous tissue, causing a cluster of the abscesses and systemic illness signs and symptoms such as fever, fatigue etc.?

A) comedo
B) carbuncle
C) pustule
D) herpes


Answer: B) carbuncle

The prefix par- in the term the Paronychia refers to which of the following?

The prefix par- in the term the Paronychia refers to which of the following?

A) hidden
B) through
C) alongside, around or abnormal
D) softening


Answer: C) alongside, around or abnormal

The suffix -iasis as in the Psoriasis refers to which of the following?

The suffix -iasis as in the Psoriasis refers to which of the following?

A) inflammation of
B) state of or process of
C) inside of
D) pertaining to


Answer: B) state of or process of

A physician documented that a patient in ER has a laceration, which means that the patient has

A physician documented that a patient in ER has a laceration, which means that the patient has

A) a tear or cut with irregular edges
B) a narrow break or slit in the skin
C) erosion of skin or a mucous membrane with tissue loss
D) an injury to the skin caused by a fire or caustic chemical,


Answer: A) a tear or cut with irregular edges

Of the following skin cancers, which one is least likely to occur in a person with a normal immune system?

Of the following skin cancers, which one is least likely to occur in a person with a normal immune system?

A) Kaposi's sarcoma
B) squamous cell carcinoma
C) basal cell carcinoma
D) malignant melanoma


Answer: A) Kaposi's sarcoma

Which of the following is a chemical agent that softens the dry skin?

Which of the following is a chemical agent that softens the dry skin?

A) emollient
B) suspension
C) wax
D) rubbing alcohol


Answer: A) emollient

The medical term for a scraping injury of the skin is termed as the:

The medical term for a scraping injury of the skin is termed as the:

A) contusion
B) ulcer
C) laceration
D) abrasion


Answer: D) abrasion

What is the medical term for the superficial fungal infections of the skin?

What is the medical term for the superficial fungal infections of the skin?

A) lupus
B) impetigo
C) cellulitis
D) tinea


Answer: D) tinea

Viral infection resulting in the recurring skin eruption producing a cluster of painful vesicles (blisters) is known as the?

Viral infection resulting in the recurring skin eruption producing a cluster of painful vesicles (blisters) is known as the?

A) herpes simplex
B) scabies
C) psoriasis
D) melanoma


Answer: A) herpes simplex

What does the term alopecia mean?

What does the term alopecia mean?

A) reduction of skin pigmentation
B) scalp baldness
C) overgrowth of the hair
D) contagious skin infection


Answer: B) scalp baldness

What does the combining form xer/o mean?

What does the combining form xer/o mean?

A) moist
B) itchy
C) red
D) dry


Answer: D) dry

What is the term for an elevated overgrowth of a scar tissue on the skin following a prior surgery or a wound?

What is the term for an elevated overgrowth of a scar tissue on the skin following a prior surgery or a wound?

A) keloid
B) macule
C) papule
D) vesicle


Answer: A) keloid

The medical term for an abnormally red color of the skin is:

The medical term for an abnormally red color of the skin is:

A) jaundice
B) pallor
C) leukoderma
D) erythema


Answer: D) erythema

The medical term for skin and mucus membranes becoming yellow, in a liver or a gall bladder or a blood disease?

The medical term for skin and mucus membranes becoming yellow, in a liver or a gall bladder or a blood disease?

A) cyanosis
B) erythema
C) jaundice
D) pallor


Answer: C) jaundice

The medical term for the swelling in the tissue from the fluid accumulation, is called as the:

The medical term for the swelling in the tissue from the fluid accumulation, is called as the:

A) ecchymosis
B) edema
C) erythema
D) cyst


Answer: B) edema

Select the combining form that means the skin.

Select the combining form that means the skin.

A) dermat/o
B) derm/o
C) cutane/o
D) all of the above


Answer: D) all of the above

Which of the following pathological conditions is the loss of half the visual field, often due to a stroke?

Which of the following pathological conditions is the loss of half the visual field, often due to a stroke?

A. Nystagmus
B. Strabismus
C. Hemianopia


Answer: Hemianopia

Which of the following pathological conditions is the total absence of hearing?

Which of the following pathological conditions is the total absence of hearing?

A. Anacusis
B. Otitis media
C. Otosclerosis


Answer: Anacusis

Which of the following pathological conditions is a chronic infectious disease of the conjunctiva?

Which of the following pathological conditions is a chronic infectious disease of the conjunctiva?

A. Esotropia
B. Pterygium
C. trachoma


Answer: Trachoma

Which of the following pathological conditions is an ear infection commonly seen in children?

Which of the following pathological conditions is an ear infection commonly seen in children?

A. Anacusis
B. Otitis media
C. Otosclerosis


Answer: Otitis media

Which of the following surgical procedures reshapes the cornea?

Which of the following surgical procedures reshapes the cornea?

A. Enucleation
B. Laser photocoagulation
C. Photorefractive keratectomy


Answer: Photorefractive keratectomy

Which of the following pathological conditions is due to abnormal curvature of the cornea?

Which of the following pathological conditions is due to abnormal curvature of the cornea?

A. Astigmatism
B. Cataract
C. Glaucoma


Answer: Astigmatism

Which of the following terms refers to the normal loss of hearing associated with aging?

Which of the following terms refers to the normal loss of hearing associated with aging?

A. Binaural
B. Presbycusis
C. Tinnitus


Answer: Presbycusis

Which of the following pathological conditions is the loss of mobility of the stapes?

Which of the following pathological conditions is the loss of mobility of the stapes?

A. Anacusis
B. Otitis media
C. Otosclerosis


Answer: Otosclerosis

Which of the following surgical procedures means to destroy a small precise area of the retina?

Which of the following surgical procedures means to destroy a small precise area of the retina?

A. Enucleation
B. Laser photocoagulation
C. Photorefractive keratectomy


Answer: Laser photocoagulation

Which of the following sensory organs is NOT for balance?

Which of the following sensory organs is NOT for balance?

A. Saccule
B. Utricle
C. Cochlea
D. Semicircular canal


Answer: Cochlea

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

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

A. There are sebaceous glands in the eyelid.
B. The colored portion of the eye is the pupil.
C. Eyelashes are also called cilia.


Answer: The colored portion of the eye is the pupil.

Which layer of the eye contains the sensory receptors for sight?

Which layer of the eye contains the sensory receptors for sight?

A. Retina
B. Choroid
C. Lens


Answer: Retina

Which of the following pathological conditions is due to weakened eye muscles?

Which of the following pathological conditions is due to weakened eye muscles?

A. Astigmatism
B. Cataract
C. Strabismus


Answer: Strabismus

Which of the following is NOT a layer of the eyeball?

Which of the following is NOT a layer of the eyeball?

A. Retina
B. Lens
C. Sclera


Answer: Lens

Which of the following terms refers to dizziness?

Which of the following terms refers to dizziness?

A. Binaural
B. Presbycusis
C. Vertigo


Answer: Vertigo

Which of the following pathological conditions is a purulent infection of a sebaceous gland on the eyelid?

Which of the following pathological conditions is a purulent infection of a sebaceous gland on the eyelid?

A. Pterygium
B. Hordeolum
C. Trachoma


Answer: Hordeolum

Which abbreviation stands for the right eye?

Which abbreviation stands for the right eye?

A. OP
B. OS
C. OD


Answer: OD

Which of the following diagnostic procedures examines the interior of the eye?

Which of the following diagnostic procedures examines the interior of the eye?

A. Fluorescein staining
B. Ophthalmoscopy
C. Tonometry


Answer: Ophthalmoscopy

Which of the following surgical procedures means to remove the eyeball?

Which of the following surgical procedures means to remove the eyeball?

A. Enucleation
B. Laser photocoagulation
C. Photorefractive keratectomy


Answer: Enucleation

Which of the following diagnostic procedures evaluates balance and equilibrium?

Which of the following diagnostic procedures evaluates balance and equilibrium?

A. Audiometry
B. Otoscopy
C. Falling test


Answer: Falling test

Which of the following surgical procedures is the treatment for profound sensorineural hearing loss?

Which of the following surgical procedures is the treatment for profound sensorineural hearing loss?

A. Myringotomy
B. Otoscopy
C. Cochlear implant


Answer: Cochlear implant

Which of the following pathological conditions is an inner ear infection?

Which of the following pathological conditions is an inner ear infection?

A. Anacusis
B. Otitis media
C. Labyrinthitis


Answer: Labyrinthitis

Tears are produced by the:

Tears are produced by the:

A. Eyeball
B. Lacrimal apparatus
C. Lens


Answer: Lacrimal apparatus

Which of the following structures are the sensory receptor cells active in dim light?

Which of the following structures are the sensory receptor cells active in dim light?

A. Lens
B. Optic disk
C. Rods


Answer: Rods

The opening to the outer ear is the:

The opening to the outer ear is the:

A. Round window
B. External auditory meatus
C. Oval window


Answer: External auditory meatus

Which medication treats the nausea associated with an inner ear infection?

Which medication treats the nausea associated with an inner ear infection?

A. Mydriatic
B. Emulsifier
C. Antiemetic


Answer: Antiemetic

Which of the following diagnostic procedures examines the auditory canal?

Which of the following diagnostic procedures examines the auditory canal?

A. Audiometry
B. Rinne & Weber tuning fork test
C. Otoscopy
D. Falling test


Answer: Otoscopy

The opening in the center of the iris is the:

The opening in the center of the iris is the:

A. Pupil
B. Lens
C. Conjunctiva


Answer: Pupil

Which of the following diagnostic procedures is used to identify corneal abrasions or ulcers?

Which of the following diagnostic procedures is used to identify corneal abrasions or ulcers?

A. Fluorescein staining
B. Ophthalmoscopy
C. Tonometry


Answer: Fluorescein staining

Which term means surgical incision into the eardrum?

Which term means surgical incision into the eardrum?

A. Tympanopathy
B. Myringotomy
C. Tympanectomy


Answer: Myringotomy

Which abbreviation stands for a pathological condition of the ear?

Which abbreviation stands for a pathological condition of the ear?

A. ASL
B. AD
C. OM


Answer: OM

Which of the following structures is NOT part of the external ear?

Which of the following structures is NOT part of the external ear?

A. Tympanic membrane
B. Auditory canal
C. Malleus


Answer: Malleus

Which medication causes the pupil the constrict.

Which medication causes the pupil the constrict.

A. Mydriatic
B. Emulsifier
C. Miotic


Answer: Miotic

Which of the following statements regarding the inner ear is not true?

Which of the following statements regarding the inner ear is not true?

A. The fluid-filled cavity of the inner ear is called the labyrinth.
B. The sensory cells in the inner ear contain hair cells.
C. The semicircular canals are the sensory organs for hearing.


Answer: The semicircular canals are the sensory organs for hearing.

Which of the following pathological conditions is due to an opaque or cloudy lens?

Which of the following pathological conditions is due to an opaque or cloudy lens?

A. Astigmatism
B. Cataract
C. Glaucoma


Answer: Cataract

Which term means softening of the sclera?

Which term means softening of the sclera?

A. Sclerotomy
B. Scleromalacia
C. Scleropathy


Answer: Scleromalacia

Which term means double vision?

Which term means double vision?

A. Diplopia
B. Hemianopia
C. Nyctalopia


Answer: Diplopia

Which abbreviation stands for a pathological condition of the eye muscles?

Which abbreviation stands for a pathological condition of the eye muscles?

A. XT
B. PRK
C. OD


Answer: XT

Which of the following terms refers to ringing in the ears?

Which of the following terms refers to ringing in the ears?

A. Binaural
B. Presbycusis
C. Tinnitus


Answer: Tinnitus

Which abbreviation stands for a surgical procedure?

Which abbreviation stands for a surgical procedure?

A. XT
B. PRK
C. VA


Answer: PRK

Which of the following structures focuses incoming light rays onto the retina?

Which of the following structures focuses incoming light rays onto the retina?

A. Pupil
B. Lens
C. Ciliary body


Answer: Lens

Which medical term does NOT mean pertaining to the eye?

Which medical term does NOT mean pertaining to the eye?

A. Ocular
B. Otic
C. Ophthalmic


Answer: Otic

Which of the following structures are the sensory receptor cells that see color?

Which of the following structures are the sensory receptor cells that see color?

A. Rods
B. Cones
C. Lens


Answer: Cones

Which of the following pathological conditions affects part of the retina?

Which of the following pathological conditions affects part of the retina?

A. Macular degeneration
B. Strabismus
C. Amblyopia


Answer: Macular degeneration

Which of the following pathological conditions is also called nearsighted?

Which of the following pathological conditions is also called nearsighted?

A. Esotropia
B. Myopia
C. Hyperopia


Answer: Myopia

Which of the following pathological conditions is an example of strabismus?

Which of the following pathological conditions is an example of strabismus?

A. Exotropia
B. Photophobia
C. Nystagmus


Answer: Exotropia

Which of the following pathological conditions is characterized by jerky involuntary eye movements?

Which of the following pathological conditions is characterized by jerky involuntary eye movements?

A. Nystagmus
B. Photophobia
C. Strabismus


Answer: Nystagmus

Which of the following pathological conditions is due to increased intraocular pressure?

Which of the following pathological conditions is due to increased intraocular pressure?

A. Astigmatism
B. Cataract
C. Glaucoma


Answer: Glaucoma

Which of the following diagnostic procedures measures intraocular pressure?

Which of the following diagnostic procedures measures intraocular pressure?

A. Fluorescein staining
B. Ophthalmoscopy
C. Tonometry


Answer: Tonometry

The inner ear is located within the ____ bone.

The inner ear is located within the ____ bone.

A. Occipital
B. Frontal
C. Temporal


Answer: Temporal

The crural region of the body is the:

The crural region of the body is the:

a. buttocks
b. arms
c. abdomen
d. legs


Answer: D

A term interchangeable with anterior is:

A term interchangeable with anterior is:

a. dorsal
b. posterior
c. ventral
d. cephalic


Answer: C

A person having repeated bladder infections would see a specialist in:

A person having repeated bladder infections would see a specialist in:

a. gastroenterology
b. urology
c. otorhinolaryngology
d. gynecology


Answer: B

In which quadrant would you find the colon?

In which quadrant would you find the colon?

a. left lower quadrant
b. right lower quadrant
c. it is a midline structure
d. all quadrants


Answer: D

A term meaning pertaining to the body is:

A term meaning pertaining to the body is:

a. visceral
b. crural
c. organic
d. somatic


Answer: D

In considering the two layer sac that encases internal organs, the outer layer of this membrane in the thoracic cavity is called the:

In considering the two layer sac that encases internal organs, the outer layer of this membrane in the thoracic cavity is called the:

a. parietal pleura
b. visceral pleura
c. parietal peritoneum
d. visceral peritoneum


Answer: A

Another name for the torso is the ______region of the body.

Another name for the torso is the ______region of the body.

a. vertebral
b. dorsum
c. trunk
d. crural


Answer: C

Which sectional view of the body is produced by a slice along the median plane?

Which sectional view of the body is produced by a slice along the median plane?

a. sagittal
b. cross
c. longitudinal
d. transverse


Answer: A

Which organ is found in the urinary system?

Which organ is found in the urinary system?

a. testes
b. brain
c. stomach
d. kidneys


Answer: D

Which type of tissue plays a role in absorbing nutrients?

Which type of tissue plays a role in absorbing nutrients?

a. muscular
b. nervous
c. epithelial
d. connective


Answer: C

The fundamental unit of all living things is:

The fundamental unit of all living things is:

a. tissues
b. cells
c. systems
d. organs


Answer: B

Which term means lying face up?

Which term means lying face up?

a. prone
b. ventral
c. supine
d. dorsal


Answer: C

The knee is ______to the hip.

The knee is ______to the hip.

a. ventral
b. distal
c. superior
d. proximal


Answer: B

Which term means pertaining to the spinal cord side of the body?

Which term means pertaining to the spinal cord side of the body?

a. cephalic
b. superior
c. distal
d. dorsal


Answer: D

Which term means pertaining to internal organs?

Which term means pertaining to internal organs?

a. organic
b. systemic
c. visceral
d. caudal


Answer: C

Which term means pertaining to the skull?

Which term means pertaining to the skull?

a. crural
b. cranial
c. cervical
d. cephalic


Answer: B

Which abbreviation stands for the digestive system?

Which abbreviation stands for the digestive system?

a. GI
b. AP
c. GU
d. ENT

Answer: A

Which abbreviation stands for the medical specialty that treats the condition of the female reproductive system?

Which abbreviation stands for the medical specialty that treats the condition of the female reproductive system?

a. GI
b. CV
c. ENT
d. GYN


Answer: D

Which abbreviation stands for the arm?

Which abbreviation stands for the arm?

a. OB
b. MS
c. UE
d. GYN


Answer: C

Which abbreviation stands for the body system containing the stomach?

Which abbreviation stands for the body system containing the stomach?

a. MS
b. GI
c. UE
d. PA


Answer: B

Which abbreviation stands for the body system containing the heart?

Which abbreviation stands for the body system containing the heart?

a. GU
b. CV
c. AP
d. ENT


Answer: B

Which medical term is misspelled?

Which medical term is misspelled?

a. somatik
b. lateral
c. posterior
d. superior

Answer: A

Which medical term is misspelled?

Which medical term is misspelled?

a. muscular
b. proximal
c. viseral
d. cephalic


Answer: C

Which medical term is misspelled?

Which medical term is misspelled?

a. vertebral
b. proximal
c. medial
d. thorasic


Answer: D

Which medical term is misspelled?

Which medical term is misspelled?

a. caudal
b. cranial
c. epithelial
d. organic


Answer: B

Which medical term is misspelled?

Which medical term is misspelled?

a. bracheal
b. cranial
c. gluteal
d. inferior

Answer: B

Which direction term specifically refers to the belly side of the body?

Which direction term specifically refers to the belly side of the body?

a. dorsal
b. caudal
c. cephalic
d. ventral


Answer: D

Which direction term means toward the surface of the body?

Which direction term means toward the surface of the body?

a. superior
b. distal
c. superficial
d. deep


Answer: C

Which direction term is the opposite of anterior?

Which direction term is the opposite of anterior?

a. dorsal
b. ventral
c. caudal
d. cephalic


Answer: A

Which direction term means lying face down?

Which direction term means lying face down?

a. prone
b. proximal
c. supine
d. ventral


Answer: A

Which direction term is the opposite of distal?

Which direction term is the opposite of distal?

a. dorsal
b. apex
c. superficial
d. proximal


Answer: D

Which direction term means farther away from the point of attachment to the body?

Which direction term means farther away from the point of attachment to the body?

a. superficial
b. distal
c. supine
d. proximal


Answer: B

Which direction term means more to the back side of the body?

Which direction term means more to the back side of the body?

a. posterior
b. ventral
c. distal
d. deep


Answer: A

Which direction term is the opposite of medial?

Which direction term is the opposite of medial?

a. superior
b. caudal
c. lateral
d. distal


Answer: C

Which direction term refers to the tip or summit of an organ?

Which direction term refers to the tip or summit of an organ?

a. medial
b. lateral
c. base
d. apex


Answer: D

Which is interchangeable with inferior?

Which is interchangeable with inferior?

a. cephalic
b. caudal
c. posterior
d. dorsal


Answer: B

Which directional term means more toward the head or above another structure?

Which directional term means more toward the head or above another structure?

a. superior
b. medial
c. ventral
d. caudal


Answer: A

Which body system receives sensory information and coordinates the body's response?

Which body system receives sensory information and coordinates the body's response?

a. respiratory
b. nervous
c. special senses
d. musculoskeletal


Answer: B

Which system is responsible for regulating metabolic activities of the body?

Which system is responsible for regulating metabolic activities of the body?

a. endocrine
b. nervous
c. reproductive
d. urinary


Answer: A

Which is not a function of the blood?

Which is not a function of the blood?

a. transports oxygen
b. absorbs nutrients
c. controls bleeding
d. protects against pathogens


Answer: B

Which body system forms a protective two way barrier for the body?

Which body system forms a protective two way barrier for the body?

a. musculoskeletal
b. endocrine
c. integumentary
d. digestive


Answer: C

In the abdominopelvic cavity, which organ is NOT a midline organ?

In the abdominopelvic cavity, which organ is NOT a midline organ?

a. urinary bladder
b. prostate gland
c. uterus
d. stomach


Answer: D

The gallbladder and majority of the liver are located in the ______quadrant.

The gallbladder and majority of the liver are located in the ______quadrant.

a. right upper
b. left upper
c. right lower
d. left lower


Answer: A

The spleen and stomach are located in the _____quadrant.

The spleen and stomach are located in the _____quadrant.

a. right upper
b. left upper
c. right lower
d. left lower


Answer: B

In the anatomical divisions of the abdomen the center square of the middle row is the ______region.

In the anatomical divisions of the abdomen the center square of the middle row is the ______region.

a. umbilical
b. lumbar
c. hypogastric
d. iliac


Answer: A

In the anatomical divisions of the abdomen the upper row contains which of the following regions?

In the anatomical divisions of the abdomen the upper row contains which of the following regions?

a. umbilical
b. epigastric
c. iliac
d. lumbar


Answer: B

Which cavity contains the heart?

Which cavity contains the heart?

a. cranial
b. pleural
c. pericardial
d. pelvic


Answer: C

Which of the following cavities is NOT a ventral cavity?

Which of the following cavities is NOT a ventral cavity?

a. abdominal
b. spinal
c. thoracic
d. pelvic


Answer: B

The organs of which system are NOT found in the abdominopelvic cavity?

The organs of which system are NOT found in the abdominopelvic cavity?

a. respiratory
b. digestive
c. excretory
d. reproductive


Answer: A

What organ is located inside the pleural cavity?

What organ is located inside the pleural cavity?

a. heart
b. stomach
c. urinary bladder
d. lungs


Answer: D

Which structure is NOT located in the mediastinum?

Which structure is NOT located in the mediastinum?

a. heart
b. thymus gland
c. lungs
d. aorta


Answer: C

The cranial cavity contains the:

The cranial cavity contains the:

a. spinal cord
b. heart
c. brain
d. stomach


Answer: C

Which of the following body cavities is a dorsal cavity?

Which of the following body cavities is a dorsal cavity?

a. abdominal
b. pelvic
c. thoracic
d. spinal


Answer: D

Which of the following is NOT one of the anterior regions of the trunk?

Which of the following is NOT one of the anterior regions of the trunk?

a. abdominal
b. dorsum
c. pelvic
d. pubic


Answer: B

The arms are the ______region of the body.

The arms are the ______region of the body.

a. brachial
b. crural
c. trunk
d. pelvic


Answer: A

The cephalic region of the body is the:

The cephalic region of the body is the:

a. neck
b. back
c. head
d. buttocks


Answer: C

The neck is the ______region of the body.

The neck is the ______region of the body.

a. dorsal
b. cervical
c. cephalic
d. public


Answer: B

Which sectional view of the body is produced by a slice perpendicular to the long axis?

Which sectional view of the body is produced by a slice perpendicular to the long axis?

a. cross section
b. transverse section
c. longitudinal section
d. sagittal section


Answer: C

Which plane is the only horizontal plane?

Which plane is the only horizontal plane?

a. sagittal
b. frontal
c. transverse
d. median


Answer: C

Which plane divides the body into front and back portions?

Which plane divides the body into front and back portions?

a. sagittal
b. frontal
c. transverse
d. median


Answer: B

Which plane divides the body into left and right portions?

Which plane divides the body into left and right portions?

a. sagittal
b. frontal
c. coronal
d. transverse


Answer: A

Which of the following is NOT part of the anatomical position?

Which of the following is NOT part of the anatomical position?

a. standing erect
b. palms facing backwards
c. feet together
d. fingers extended


Answer: B

A gastroenterologist would treat diseases of which of the following organs?

A gastroenterologist would treat diseases of which of the following organs?

a. brain
b. stomach
c. tonsils
d. heart


Answer: B

Which branch of medicine treats conditions of the eye?

Which branch of medicine treats conditions of the eye?

a. obstetrics
b. endocrinology
c. otohindolaryngology
d. ophthalmology


Answer: D

The thyroid, thymus, and adrenal glands are found in the:

The thyroid, thymus, and adrenal glands are found in the:

a. muscular system
b. nervous system
c. endocrine system
d. male reproductive system


Answer: C

The hematic system is commonly called:

The hematic system is commonly called:

a. urinary
b. blood
c. immune
d. cardiovascular


Answer: B

Which is NOT an organ found in the digestive system?

Which is NOT an organ found in the digestive system?

a. spleen
b. stomach
c. liver
d. colon


Answer: A

Which type of muscle tissue is found attached to bone?

Which type of muscle tissue is found attached to bone?

a. smooth
b. visceral
c. skeletal
d. cardiac


Answer: C

Which type of tissue is designed to produce body movement?

Which type of tissue is designed to produce body movement?

a. muscular
b. connective
c. epithelial
d. nervous


Answer: A

Which type of tissue is designed to conduct electrical impulses?

Which type of tissue is designed to conduct electrical impulses?

a. muscular
b. connective
c. epithelial
d. nervous


Answer: D

Which is NOT a function of epithelial tissue?

Which is NOT a function of epithelial tissue?

a. support body structures
b. protective barrier
c. absorb substances
d. secrete substances


Answer: C

Which of the following is NOT one of the basic types of tissue found in the body?

Which of the following is NOT one of the basic types of tissue found in the body?

a. muscular
b. connective
c. histogenic
d. epithelial


Answer: C

Which of the following is NOT a structure that is found in all cells?

Which of the following is NOT a structure that is found in all cells?

a. cell membrane
b. epithelium
c. cytoplasm
d. nucleus


Answer: B

Organs come together to form ________.

Organs come together to form ________.

a. systems
b. cells
c. tissue
d. whole body


Answer: A

Which of the following is the correct order for the organization of the body?

Which of the following is the correct order for the organization of the body?

a. cells to tissue to system to organ to whole body
b. cells to organ to system to tissue to whole body
c. cells to tissue to organ to system to whole body
d. tissue to cells to organ to system to whole body


Answer: C

Which lesion is a fluid-filled sac under the skin?

Which lesion is a fluid-filled sac under the skin?

a. nodule
b. wheal
c. cyst
d. papule


Answer: C

Which surgical procedure uses cold?

Which surgical procedure uses cold?

a. cryosurgery
b. curettage
c. debridement
d. placation


Answer: A

Which abbreviation is NOT a diagnostic test?

Which abbreviation is NOT a diagnostic test?

a. Bx
b. FS
c. C&S
d. SG


Answer: D

Which abbreviation stands for a cancerous tumor?

Which abbreviation stands for a cancerous tumor?

a. UV
b. MM
c. ID
d. SLE


Answer: B

Which abbreviation is a surgical procedure?

Which abbreviation is a surgical procedure?

a. I&D
b. ID
c. MM
d. ung


Answer: A

Which medication is used to kill mites or lice?

Which medication is used to kill mites or lice?

a. antibiotic
b. antifungal
c. antiparasitic
d. antipruritic


Answer: C

Which medication is used to reduce inflammation?

Which medication is used to reduce inflammation?

a. antipruritic
b. antibiotic
c. antiseptic
d. corticosteroid


Answer: D

Which medication is used to deaden pain?

Which medication is used to deaden pain?

a. anesthetic
b. antipruritic
c. corticosteroid
d. antiseptic


Answer: A

Which procedure removes fat from under the skin?

Which procedure removes fat from under the skin?

a. dermabrasion
b. laser therapy
c. electrolysis
d. liposuction


Answer: D

Which surgical procedure removes superficial skin lesions with scraping?

Which surgical procedure removes superficial skin lesions with scraping?

a. cutterage
b. cryosurgery
c. debridement
d. placation


Answer: A

Which procedure is commonly referred to as a chemical peel?

Which procedure is commonly referred to as a chemical peel?

a. cutterage
b. liposuction
c. dermabrasion
d. chemabrasion


Answer: D

Which surgical procedure is used to remove acne scars and tattoos?

Which surgical procedure is used to remove acne scars and tattoos?

a. cauterization
b. dermabrasion
c. electrolysis
d. dermatoplasty


Answer: B

Which surgical procedure is the removal of dead or damaged tissue from a wound?

Which surgical procedure is the removal of dead or damaged tissue from a wound?

a. debridement
b. electrocautery
c. cauterization
d. cryosurgery


Answer: A

Which skin graft procedure uses skin from another species?

Which skin graft procedure uses skin from another species?

a. allograft
b. heterograft
c. xenograft
d. autograft


Answer: B or C

Which of the following diagnostic procedures gives a rapid examination of a tissue sample?

Which of the following diagnostic procedures gives a rapid examination of a tissue sample?

a. frozen section
b. cryosurgery
c. fungal scraping
d. exfoliative cytology


Answer: A

In exfoliative cytology the cells for examination are obtained by:

In exfoliative cytology the cells for examination are obtained by:

a. incision
b. syringe
c. needle
d. scraping


Answer: D

A culture and sensitivity will detect:

A culture and sensitivity will detect:

a. cancer
b. a bacterial infection
c. a viral infection
d. a lice infection


Answer: B

Which diagnostic procedure examines a piece of tissue under a microscope?

Which diagnostic procedure examines a piece of tissue under a microscope?

a. cytology
b. curettage
c. biopsy
d. debridement


Answer: C

An infection of the skin fold around the nail is called:

An infection of the skin fold around the nail is called:

a. paronychia
b. onychia
c. onychophagia
d. perionychitis


Answer: A

Which of the following conditions is caused by a mite infestation?

Which of the following conditions is caused by a mite infestation?

a. pediculosis
b. wheal
c. impetigo
d. scabies

Answer: D

Which term means baldness?

Which term means baldness?

a. onychia
b. impetigo
c. alopecia
d. vitiligo


Answer: C

This condition is commonly called athlete's foot.

This condition is commonly called athlete's foot.

a. rubella
b. tinea capitis
c. scabies
d. tinea pedis


Answer: D

This ischemic condition has developed a secondary pus-producing infection.

This ischemic condition has developed a secondary pus-producing infection.

a. psoriasis
b. wet gangrene
c. furuncle
d. dry gangrene


Answer: B

This infection is commonly called chicken-pox.

This infection is commonly called chicken-pox.

a. varicella
b. rubella
c. vitiligo
d. tinea


Answer: A

Which of the following conditions is a lice infestation?

Which of the following conditions is a lice infestation?

a. scabies
b. ichthyosis
c. pediculosis
d. varicella


Answer: C

Which cancerous lesion is frequently seen in immunodeficient patients?

Which cancerous lesion is frequently seen in immunodeficient patients?

a. malignant melanoma
b. Kaposi's sacrcoma
c. basal cell carcinoma
d. squamous cell carcinoma


Answer: B

Which of the following is a genetic condition in which the body is unable to make melanin?

Which of the following is a genetic condition in which the body is unable to make melanin?

a. carbuncle
b. vitiligo
c. eczema
d. albinism


Answer: A

This condition is frequently called a bedsore or pressure sore.

This condition is frequently called a bedsore or pressure sore.

a. decubitus ulcer
b. cellulitis
c. ichthyosis
d. gangrene


Answer: A

Acne _____is the common form of acne seen in teenagers.

Acne _____is the common form of acne seen in teenagers.

a. rosacea
b. verruca
c. vulgaris
d. impetigo


Answer: C

Which of the following lesions does NOT have pus?

Which of the following lesions does NOT have pus?

a. pustule
b. abcess
c. furuncle
d. papule


Answer: D

Which surface lesion is a blister?

Which surface lesion is a blister?

a. pustule
b. vesicle
c. papule
d. wheal


Answer: B

Which surface lesion is a small, solid, circular, raised spot?

Which surface lesion is a small, solid, circular, raised spot?

a. papule
b. pustule
c. cyst
d. macule


Answer: A

Which surface lesion is a small, round, swollen area, typically an allergic reaction?

Which surface lesion is a small, round, swollen area, typically an allergic reaction?

a. vesicle
b. wheal
c. pusule
d. papule


Answer: B

Which surface lesion is a flat, discolored area that is flush with the skin surface?

Which surface lesion is a flat, discolored area that is flush with the skin surface?

a. papule
b. wheal
c. macule
d. vesicle


Answer: C

Which surface lesion is a torn or jagged wound?

Which surface lesion is a torn or jagged wound?

a. laceration
b. macule
c. fissure
d. ulcer


Answer: A

Which condition is commonly called warts?

Which condition is commonly called warts?

a. nevus
b. keratosis
c. purpura
d. verruca


Answer: D

Which condition is also called hives?

Which condition is also called hives?

a. purulent
b. pruritus
c. urticaria
d. verruca


Answer: C

A pigmented skin blemish, birthmark or mole is called a:

A pigmented skin blemish, birthmark or mole is called a:

a. keloid
b. nevus
c. ecchymosis
d. eschar


Answer: B

Which term refers to the bruise caused by blunt trauma to the skin?

Which term refers to the bruise caused by blunt trauma to the skin?

a. ecchymosis
b. petechiae
c. vitiligo
d. purpura


Answer: A

Which term does NOT refer to an abnormal skin color?

Which term does NOT refer to an abnormal skin color?

a. cyanosis
b. erythema
c. pallor
d. keratosis


Answer: D

The term for excessive hair growth over the body is:

The term for excessive hair growth over the body is:

a. hyperemia
b. nevus
c. hyperhidrosis
d. hirsutism


Answer: D

The term for profuse sweating is:

The term for profuse sweating is:

a. anhidrosis
b. contusion
c. diaphoresis
d. keratosis


Answer: C

The term for a regular scar (not hypertrophic) is:

The term for a regular scar (not hypertrophic) is:

a. cicatrix
b. eschar
c. comedo
d. keloid


Answer: A

Which term means a scraping away of the skin surface by friction?

Which term means a scraping away of the skin surface by friction?

a. cicatrix
b. contusion
c. abrasion
d. keratosis


Answer: C

Which term means red skin?

Which term means red skin?

a. cyanoderma
b. erythroderma
c. melanoderma
d. leukoderma


Answer: B

Which term means hard skin?

Which term means hard skin?

a. erythroderma
b. xeroderma
c. ichthyoderma
d. scleroderma


Answer: D

Which term is misspelled?

Which term is misspelled?

a. luekoderma
b. erythroderma
c. scleroderma
d. xeroderma


Answer: A

Which term is misspelled?

Which term is misspelled?

a. dermatologist
b. melenocyte
c. lipectomy
d. ungula


Answer: B

Which term is misspelled?

Which term is misspelled?

a. onychomycosis
b. rhytidoplasty
c. hyperhydrosis
d. subcutaneous


Answer: C

Which term means surgical removal of wrinkles?

Which term means surgical removal of wrinkles?

a. rhytidotomy
b. rhytidoplasty
c. rhytidectomy
d. rhytidostomy


Answer: C

Which term means softening of the nails?

Which term means softening of the nails?

a. onychomycosis
b. onychomalacia
c. onychosclerosis
d. onychostenosis


Answer: B

Which term means fatty growth?

Which term means fatty growth?

a. lipectomy
b. adiposis
c. adipopathy
d. lipoma


Answer: B

Which term means abnormal condition of excessive sweat?

Which term means abnormal condition of excessive sweat?

a. hyperhidrosis
b. ahidrosis
c. anhidrosis
d. hypohidrosis


Answer: A

Which term specifically means abnormal condition of the skin?

Which term specifically means abnormal condition of the skin?

a. dermatopathy
b. dermatosis
c. dermatoplasty
d. dermatitis


Answer: B

Which term means pertaining to within the skin?

Which term means pertaining to within the skin?

a. epidermal
b. hypodermal
c. intradermal
d. interdermal


Answer: C

Where are apocrine sweat glands located?

Where are apocrine sweat glands located?

a. underarm area
b. palms and soles
c. around the lips
d. arms and legs


Answer: A

Which of the following statements regarding sweat glands is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding sweat glands is NOT true?

a. These glands secrete sweat into a duct
b. Sweat contains a small amount of waste products
c. Perspiration cools the body
d. These glands play a role in adolescent acne


Answer: D

Which of the following statements regarding sebaceous glands is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding sebaceous glands is NOT true?

a. These glands are found in the dermis
b. These glands secrete oil into a duct
c. These glands secrete less oil as we age
d. These glands play a role in adolescent acne


Answer: C

The ______is a portion of the nail that is clipped when it grows too long.

The ______is a portion of the nail that is clipped when it grows too long.

a. nail root
b. cuticle
c. free edge
d. nail bed


Answer: C

Nails are connected to the tissue underneath by the:

Nails are connected to the tissue underneath by the:

a. nail body
b. nail bed
c. nail root
d. cuticle


Answer: B

Which of the following pairs is not matched correctly?

Which of the following pairs is not matched correctly?

a. hair-composed of keratin
b. nails-grow longer from the root
c. sweat glands-secrete sebum to cool the skin
d. sebaceous glands-secrete into hair follicle


Answer: C

Which glands are associated with hair follicles?

Which glands are associated with hair follicles?

a. sebaceous glands
b. fat glands
c. sweat glands
d. apocrine glands


Answer: A

Hair grows towards the surface within the:

Hair grows towards the surface within the:

a. hair shaft
b. hair root
c. hair follicle
d. hair cuticle


Answer: C

You would find collagen fibers in which layer of skin?

You would find collagen fibers in which layer of skin?

a. epidermis
b. dermis
c. subcutaneous layer
d. all layers


Answer: B

Hair fibers are composed of:

Hair fibers are composed of:

a. melanin
b. keratin
c. collagen
d. lipocytes


Answer: B

Which of the following statements regarding the subcutaneous layer is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding the subcutaneous layer is NOT true?

a. This layer is also called the hypodermis
b. This layer is composed primarily of lipocytes
c. This layer acts as an insulation against cold
d. This layer houses sensory receptors


Answer: D

Which of the following structures is NOT housed in the dermis?

Which of the following structures is NOT housed in the dermis?

a. nails
b. hair follicles
c. sebaceous glands
d. nerve fibers


Answer: A

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

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

a. The dermis has a good blood supply
b. The dermis is between the hypodermis and subcutaneous layer
c. The term dermis means true skin
d. The dermis houses sweat glands


Answer: B

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

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

a. The dermis is also called the corium
b. The dermis is composed of fibrous connective tissue
c. The dermis contains a large amount of adipose tissue
d. The dermis houses sensory receptors


Answer: C

Which of the following statements regarding melanin is NOT true?

Which of the following statements regarding melanin is NOT true?

a. causes the formation of wrinkles
b. gives skin its color
c. protects agains ultraviolet rays
d. protects agains skin cancer


Answer: A

Which of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched?

Which of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched?

a. epidermis-thin outer membrane layer
b. melanin-gives skin its color
c. keratin-intermost layer, containing fatty tissue
d. dermis-fibrous connective tissue layer


Answer: C

Which of the following statements regarding the epidermis is not true?

Which of the following statements regarding the epidermis is not true?

a. It is composed of stratified squamous epithelium
b. The deepest layer is the basal layer
c. As skin cells die they become filled with a hard protein called keratin
d. Melanocytes give skin its pink color


Answer: D

Which is NOT a function of the skin?

Which is NOT a function of the skin?

a. temperature regulation
b. protection agains pathogens
c. absorb nutrients
d. housing sensory receptors


Answer: A

Which is the most superficial layer of skin?

Which is the most superficial layer of skin?

a. subcutaneious layer
b. epidermis
c. dermis
d. corium


Answer: B

Which is NOT an accessory organ to the skin?

Which is NOT an accessory organ to the skin?

a. sensory receptor
b. hair
c. nail
d. sweat gland


Answer: A

Patient has a high fever but so far his physical examination, lab and other tests are normal. The initial diagnosis of this condition will be documented as an idiopathic fever

Patient has a high fever but so far his physical examination, lab and other tests are normal. The initial diagnosis of this condition will be documented as an idiopathic fever

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

A medical term for a vein going toward the head is in a caudal direction

A medical term for a vein going toward the head is in a caudal direction

A) True
B) False


Answer: B) False

If a patient complains of pain in the middle of his abdomen below the umbilicus, the doctor would chart that the patient is complaining of a hypogastric pain.

If a patient complains of pain in the middle of his abdomen below the umbilicus, the doctor would chart that the patient is complaining of a hypogastric pain.

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

The dorsal cavity contains the cranial and spinal cavities.

The dorsal cavity contains the cranial and spinal cavities.

A. True
B. False

Answer: A. True

A sagittal plane is a vertical plane that passes through the body from front to back and divides the body into right and left portions.

A sagittal plane is a vertical plane that passes through the body from front to back and divides the body into right and left portions.

A. True
B. False


Answer: A. True

Proxim/o is the combining form that means away from a point of reference.

Proxim/o is the combining form that means away from a point of reference.

A. True
B. False


Answer: B. False

A physician prescribed a medication to his patient, which caused a severe vomiting and diarrhea in the patient. The cause of this complication will be documented as

A physician prescribed a medication to his patient, which caused a severe vomiting and diarrhea in the patient. The cause of this complication will be documented as

A) idiopathic
B) latrogenic
C) infection
D) allergy


Answer: B) latrogenic

Which medical term is spelled correctly?

Which medical term is spelled correctly?

A) anteriposterior
B) caudial
C) hypochrondal
D) sequelae


Answer: D) sequelae

A radiologic procedure that uses computer imaging to produce three-dimensional images of organs in the chest and abdomen is know as a(n):

A radiologic procedure that uses computer imaging to produce three-dimensional images of organs in the chest and abdomen is know as a(n):

A) CAT scan
B) endoscopy
C) MRI
D) ultrasound


Answer: A) CAT scan

The patient complains of headache and nausea. The health care provider would document these as the:

The patient complains of headache and nausea. The health care provider would document these as the:

A) diagnoses
B) signs
C) symptoms
D) findings


Answer: C) symptoms

The health care provider obtains the history and performs the physical examination in an effort to discover the cause of the patient's illness, which is called as the:

The health care provider obtains the history and performs the physical examination in an effort to discover the cause of the patient's illness, which is called as the:

A) prognosis
B) etiology
C) sign
D) symptom


Answer: C) sign

What term describes the upper abdominal region just below the cartilage of the ribs?

What term describes the upper abdominal region just below the cartilage of the ribs?

A) hypochondriac
B) hypogastric
C) iliac
D) epigastric


Answer: A) hypochondriac

If a patient complaints of the lower back pain, the health care provider would perform a complete examination of which region?

If a patient complaints of the lower back pain, the health care provider would perform a complete examination of which region?

A) brachial
B) gluteal
C) lumbar
D) thoracic


Answer: C) lumbar

The patient presents with trauma to his arm. The health care provider will carefully examine which region?

The patient presents with trauma to his arm. The health care provider will carefully examine which region?

A) brachial
B) cervical
C) femoral
D) inguinal


Answer: A) brachial

Which of the following is a viscera?

Which of the following is a viscera?

A) thorax
B) diaphragm
C) abdomen
D) liver


Answer: D) liver

The patient has an injury on the front of his lower leg. The nurse was asked to check the circulation distal to the point of injury. The nurse should check circulation in the:

The patient has an injury on the front of his lower leg. The nurse was asked to check the circulation distal to the point of injury. The nurse should check circulation in the:

A) calf
B) foot
C) knee
D) thigh


Answer: B) foot

If a physician ordered a lateral chest x-ray, the x-ray will be taken from which view?

If a physician ordered a lateral chest x-ray, the x-ray will be taken from which view?

A) back
B) front
C) side
D) top



Answer: C) side

What does the dorsal mean?

What does the dorsal mean?

A) back
B) front
C) left side
D) right side


Answer: A) back

The pregnant patient will soon deliver a baby with its head first. This type of presentation is known as:

The pregnant patient will soon deliver a baby with its head first. This type of presentation is known as:

A) caudal
B) cephalic
C) distal
D) ventral


Answer: B) cephalic

The health care provider obtains the history and performs the physical examination in an effort to discover the cause of the patient's illness, which is called as the:

The health care provider obtains the history and performs the physical examination in an effort to discover the cause of the patient's illness, which is called as the:

A) prognosis
B) etiology
C) sign
D) symptom


Answer: B) etiology

Which of the following is part of the trunk (or torso)?

Which of the following is part of the trunk (or torso)?

A) shoulder
B) abdomen
C) brain
D) knee


Answer: B) abdomen

Which of the following is a part of a lower appendage?

Which of the following is a part of a lower appendage?

A) shoulder
B) pes or pod
C) axilla
D) elbow


Answer: B) pes or pod

Which of the following is a part of an upper appendage?

Which of the following is a part of an upper appendage?

A) tarsus
B) leg
C) carpus
D) knee


Answer: C) carpus

What does distal mean?

What does distal mean?

A) away from the origin or the point of reference
B) toward the origin or the point of reference
C) internal to
D) external to


Answer: A) away from the origin or the point of reference

What does proximal mean?

What does proximal mean?

A) away from the origin or the point of reference
B) toward the origin or the point of reference
C) internal to
D) external to


Answer: B) toward the origin or the point of reference

To what does the term lateral refer to?

To what does the term lateral refer to?

A) toward the side
B) toward the midline
C) above the midline
D) below the midline


Answer: A) toward the side

To what does the term medial refer to?

To what does the term medial refer to?

A) the upper part of the body
B) the lower part of the body
C) the midline of the body
D) the back of the body


Answer: C) the midline of the body

To what does the term posterior refer to?

To what does the term posterior refer to?

A) the upper part of the body
B) the lower part of the body
C) the front of the body
D) the back of the body


Answer: D) the back of the body

Select the suffix that means "hardening."

Select the suffix that means "hardening."

A) -stomy
B) -sclerosis
C) -stasis
D) -stenosis


Answer: B) -sclerosis

To what does the term inferior refer to?

To what does the term inferior refer to?

A) the upper part of the body
B) the lower part of the body
C) the front of the body
D) the back of the body


Answer: B) the lower part of the body

To what does the transverse plane refer?

To what does the transverse plane refer?

A) a vertical plane dividing the body into right and left positions
B) a horizontal plane dividing the body into superior and inferior planes
C) pertaining to above
D) a vertical plane passing through the body from side to side


Answer: B) a horizontal plane dividing the body into superior and inferior planes

To what does the sagittal plane refer?

To what does the sagittal plane refer?

A) a vertical plane dividing the body into right and left positions
B) a horizontal plane dividing the body into superior and inferior planes
C) pertaining to above
D) a vertical plane passing through the body from side to side


Answer: A) a vertical plane dividing the body into right and left positions

To what does the frontal plane refer?

To what does the frontal plane refer?

A) a vertical plane dividing the body into right and left positions
B) a horizontal plane dividing the body into superior and inferior planes
C) pertaining to above
D) a vertical plane passing through the body from side to side dividing the body into anterior and posterior planes


Answer: D) a vertical plane passing through the body from side to side dividing the body into anterior and posterior planes

The combining vowel is used between a prefix and a word root to ease pronunciation.

The combining vowel is used between a prefix and a word root to ease pronunciation.

A. True
B. False


Answer: B. False

Epithelioma is type of benign skin tumor

Epithelioma is type of benign skin tumor

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

Carcinoma in situ is a cancer in its early stages and has not spread

Carcinoma in situ is a cancer in its early stages and has not spread

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

The term benign is applied to the tumor which is nonmalignant

The term benign is applied to the tumor which is nonmalignant

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

Hyperplasia means increase in the number of non-cancerous cells in a tissue

Hyperplasia means increase in the number of non-cancerous cells in a tissue

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

A damage to or an alteration of the DNA due to any cause is called a mutation.

A damage to or an alteration of the DNA due to any cause is called a mutation.

A) True
B) False


Answer: A) True

Malignant Melanoma can begin in all of the following except

Malignant Melanoma can begin in all of the following except

A) eyes
B) muscles
C) skin
D) intestine


Answer: B) muscles

The health care provider obtains the history and performs the physical examination in an effort to discover the cause of the patient's illness, which is called as the:

The health care provider obtains the history and performs the physical examination in an effort to discover the cause of the patient's illness, which is called as the:

A) prognosis
B) etiology
C) sign
D) symptom


Answer: B) etiology