Deck 15: Diagnostic Procedures and Pharmacology

Question 1

A/An ____ is used to examine the tympanic membrane.

A) audiometer
B) ophthalmoscope
C) otoscope
D) speculum

Answer 1

otoscope

Question 2

In preparation for a nuclear scan,a/an ____ is administered.

A) fluorescein dye
B) radiolucent contrast medium
C) radiopaque contrast medium
D) radiopharmaceutical

Answer 2

radiopharmaceutical

Question 3

Nuclear medicine ____.

A) is used for both diagnosis and treatment purposes
B) requires the use of a luminous fluorescent screen
C) produces images with the use of a computer and a powerful magnet
D) uses the echoes of pulses of sound to create images

Answer 3

is used for both diagnosis and treatment purposes

Question 4

Which term describes a very low body temperature?

A) afebrile
B) hyperthermia
C) hypothermia
D) hypothermic

Question 5

Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA)____.

A) combines MRI with a contrast medium to locate problems with blood vessels
B) measures the speed and direction of the blood flow within the heart
C) projects images on a glowing screen
D) uses a thin fan-shaped beam to produce multiple cross-sectional views of the body

Question 6

Which procedure is the drawing of fluid from the pericardial sac?

A) abdominocentesis
B) cardiocentesis
C) pericardiocentesis
D) tympanocentesis

Question 7

____ is the presence of the protein albumin in the urine and is a sign of impaired kidney function.

A) Albuminuria
B) Calciuria
C) Glycosuria
D) Hematuria

Question 8

Which term reflects the amount of wastes,minerals,and solids in the urine?

A) acetone
B) calciuria
C) specific gravity
D) urochrome

Question 9

Which form of medication administration involves a liquid or ointment that is rubbed into the skin?

A) rectal suppository
B) sublingual administration
C) topical application
D) transdermal medication

Question 10

Which position is used for the examination of the anterior surface of the body?

A) dorsal recumbent
B) horizontal recumbent
C) prone
D) Sims'

Question 11

Positron emission tomography ____.

A) combines tomography with radionuclide tracers
B) is a laboratory test that uses a fluorescent dye
C) is a specialized test to detect bone cancer
D) producing images by rotating around the patient's body

Question 12

Which is the correct spelling of the name of the instrument used to measure blood pressure?

A) sfigmomanometer
B) sfignometer
C) sphigmometer
D) sphygmomanometer

Question 13

Which statement is accurate regarding traditional radiography?

A) Films can be color enhanced with the use of a computer.
B) Hard structures appear white or light gray.
C) Images can be taken in any body plane.
D) Radiography is most effective for imaging soft structures.

Question 14

Which statement applies to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)?

A) An MRI is also known as a scintigram.
B) An MRI produces images in coronal,sagittal,or oblique planes without the use of ionizing radiation.
C) An MRI visualizes body parts in motion.
D) In an MRI,soft tissues appear dark.

Question 15

A/An ____ test is used to detect an internal hemorrhage lasting more than 24 hours.

A) erythrocyte sedimentation rate
B) hematocrit
C) platelet count
D) red blood cell count

Question 16

A/An ____ is the result of medical treatment that yields the exact opposite of normally expected results.

A) adverse drug reaction
B) idiosyncratic reaction
C) paradoxical drug reaction
D) synergistic response

Question 17

A ____ is an abnormal rattle or cracklelike respiratory sound heard during inspiration (breathing in).

A) bruit
B) rale
C) rhonchus
D) stridor

Question 18

____ means listening for sounds within the body,and it is usually performed through a stethoscope.

A) Auscultation
B) Palpation
C) Palpitation
D) Percussion

Question 19

Which term means the evaluation or appraisal of a condition?

A) assessment
B) diagnosis
C) examination
D) prognosis

Question 20

The pulse rate ____.

A) for an adult ranges from 130 to 160 bpm
B) for a newborn is from 40 to 60 bpm
C) is measured only in the wrist
D) reflects the number of times the heart beats each minute

Question 21

The recording of images as they appear in motion on a fluorescent screen is known as ____________________.

Question 22

The puncture of a vein to draw blood is known as ____________________ or venipuncture

Question 23

A/An ____________________ reaction is an unexpected reaction to a drug that is peculiar to the individual.

Question 24

Single ____________________ emission computed tomography is a type of nuclear imaging test that produces 3-D computer-reconstructed images showing perfusion through tissues and organs.

Question 25

An elevated ____ indicates the presence of inflammation in the body.

A) blood urea nitrogen
B) erythrocyte sedimentation rate
C) platelet count
D) total hemoglobin test

Question 26

The term ____________________ describes the percentage,by volume,of a blood sample occupied by red blood cells.

Question 27

A/An ____ reaction is an undesirable reaction that accompanies the principal response for which the drug was taken.

A) adverse
B) idiosyncratic
C) palliative
D) placebo

Question 28

A substance that eases the severity of a disease but does not cure it is known as a/an ____________________.

Question 29

A/An ____________________ is medication administered to prevent or reduce fever.

Question 30

The abnormal high-pitched sound caused by a partial blockage of the pharynx,larynx,or trachea is known as ____________________.

Question 31

A/An ____________________ is an abnormal sound heard during the auscultation of an artery.

Question 32

A bone ____________________ is a nuclear scanning test that identifies new areas of bone growth or breakdown.

Question 33

The presence of blood in the urine is known as ____________________.

Question 34

The term ____ refers to the class of drugs that relieves pain without affecting consciousness.

A) acetaminophen
B) analgesic
C) anesthetic
D) ibuprofen

Question 35

____________________ is the diagnostic procedure to determine the density of a body part by the sound produced by tapping the surface with the fingers.

Question 36

The patient's accuracy in following a prescribed regimen is known as ____________________.

Question 37

A C-reactive protein (CRP)blood test ____.

A) diagnoses conditions associated with abnormal bleeding
B) is performed to identify high levels of inflammation within the body
C) is a rough indicator of kidney function
D) measures the amounts of total cholesterol in the blood

Question 38

An ultrasonic imaging technique that is used to evaluate heart structures and is performed inside the esophagus is known as a/an ____________________ echocardiography (TEE).

Question 39

A/An ____ radiographic projection has the patient positioned facing the film and parallel to it.

A) anteroposterior
B) lateral
C) oblique
D) posteroanterior

Question 40

When in the ____________________ position,the patient is supine with the feet and legs raised and supported in stirrups.

Question 41

The term ____________________ describes a surgical puncture of the tympanic membrane with a needle to remove fluid from the middle ear.

Question 42

Parenteral administration means that a medication is given only with written permission of the parents.

Question 43

A medication named for its chemical structure,and not protected by a brand name,is known as a/an ____________________.

Question 44

A physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating with forms of radiant energy is known as a/an ____________________.

Question 45

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)uses a combination of radio waves and a strong magnetic field to produce images.

Question 46

A placebo eases the pain or severity of a disease but does not cure it.

Question 47

The technique used to visualize body parts in motion by projecting x-ray images on a luminous fluorescent screen is known as ____________________.

Question 48

A subcutaneous injection (SC)is made into the fatty layer just below the skin.

Question 49

A/An ____________________ is a specialist who is licensed to formulate and dispense medications.

Question 50

A radiolucent contrast medium allows x-rays to pass through and appear black or dark gray on the resulting film.

Question 51

A thin,fan-shaped x-ray beam that rotates around the patient is used in computed ____________________.

Question 52

A bolus infusion is a single dose of drug usually injected into a blood vessel over a short period of time.

Question 53

A factor in the patient's condition that makes the use of a drug dangerous or ill advised is known as a/an ____________________.

Question 54

When the patient is positioned at right angles to the film,this is known as a/an ____________________ projection.

Question 55

The presence of pus in the urine is known as ____________________.

Question 56

The record produced by diagnostic ultrasound is a scintigram.

Question 57

Phlebotomy is the puncture of an artery for the purpose of drawing blood.

Question 58

A/An ____________________ film is placed within the patient's mouth to take a dental x-ray.

Question 59

The abbreviation t.i.d.means four times a day.

Question 60

Laparoscopy is the visual examination of the interior of the abdomen with the use of a laparoscope passed through the abdominal wall.

Question 61

Match each definition with the correct term.
pyuria

A)glucose in the urine
B)excess serum protein in the urine
C)pus in the urine
D)calcium in the urine
E)bacteria in the urine

Question 62

The abbreviation b.i.d.means as needed.

Question 63

In a prone position,the patient is lying on the back,face up.

Question 64

Proteinuria is the absence of a normal amount of protein in the urine.

Question 65

An anti-inflammatory relieves inflammation and pain without affecting consciousness.

Question 66

An ophthalmoscope is used to examine the interior of the eye.

Question 67

Crossmatch tests are performed to determine the compatibility of donor and recipient blood before a transfusion.

Question 68

Match each definition with the correct term.
bacteriuria

A)glucose in the urine
B)excess serum protein in the urine
C)pus in the urine
D)calcium in the urine
E)bacteria in the urine

Question 69

Match each definition with the correct term.
calciuria

A)glucose in the urine
B)excess serum protein in the urine
C)pus in the urine
D)calcium in the urine
E)bacteria in the urine

Question 70

An intradermal injection is made into the middle layers of muscle tissue.

Question 71

Match each definition with the correct term.
glycosuria

A)glucose in the urine
B)excess serum protein in the urine
C)pus in the urine
D)calcium in the urine
E)bacteria in the urine

Question 72

A C-reactive protein test is performed to identify high levels of inflammation within the body.

Question 73

Potentiation is a drug interaction that occurs when the effect of one drug is increased by another drug,an herbal remedy,or other treatment.

Question 74

A blood urea nitrogen test is performed to monitor anticoagulant therapy.

Question 75

An over-the-counter drug may be dispensed only with a written prescription.

Question 76

Match each definition with the correct term.
proteinuria

A)glucose in the urine
B)excess serum protein in the urine
C)pus in the urine
D)calcium in the urine
E)bacteria in the urine

Question 77

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are non-narcotic analgesics administered to control pain by reducing inflammation and swelling.

Question 78

Perfusion is the flow of a radionuclide through an organ.

Question 79

In a bone scan,only areas of pathology are visible as dark on the film.

Question 80

In open architecture MRI,the equipment is less confining and more comfortable for some patients.