Question 1

Discharge of fluid from the nose is called:
A) rhinotomy
B) rhinorrhea
C) menorrhea
D) dysmenorrhea
E) rhinitis

Accepted Answer

Rhinorrhea is the medical term for the discharge of fluid from the nose. A is incorrect because rhinotomy is a surgical procedure involving incision into the nose. C and D are incorrect because they refer to menstrual flow, not nasal discharge. E is incorrect because rhinitis refers to inflammation of the nasal mucosa, which may cause rhinorrhea but is not the same thing.

Question 2

Inflammation of the kidney is called:
A) enteritis
B) colitis
C) nephritis
D) otitis
E) hepatitis

Accepted Answer

Inflammation of the kidney is called nephritis. The other options refer to inflammation of the intestine (enteritis and colitis), ear (otitis), and liver (hepatitis).

Question 3

A doctor who specializes in treatment of blood disorders is a:
A) hematologist
B) psychiatrist
C) thoracic surgeon
D) dermatologist
E) cardiologist

Accepted Answer

A doctor who specializes in the treatment of blood disorders is known as a hematologist. The other choices are not related to blood disorders, but rather focus on other areas of medicine - psychiatry, thoracic surgery, dermatology, and cardiology.

Question 4

A specialist in treating glandular disorders is a(n):
A) gastroenterologist
B) rheumatologist
C) endocrinologist
D) hematologist
E) otolaryngologist

Accepted Answer

An endocrinologist is a specialist who treats glandular disorders. "Endocrine" refers to the glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream, such as the thyroid, pituitary, and adrenal glands. A gastroenterologist specializes in the digestive system, a rheumatologist focuses on the joints and muscles, a hematologist specializes in blood disorders, and an otolaryngologist is an ear, nose, and throat specialist.

Question 5

An opening from the kidney to the outside of the body is a:
A) thoracotomy
B) tracheostomy
C) laparotomy
D) colostomy
E) nephrostomy

Accepted Answer

A nephrostomy is a surgical procedure where an opening is made from the kidney to the outside of the body. This is done to allow urine to drain from the kidney when there is obstruction in the normal urinary tract. A thoracotomy is a surgery to open the chest, a tracheostomy is a procedure where a tube is inserted into the windpipe through a hole cut in the neck, a laparotomy is a surgical incision into the abdominal cavity and a colostomy is a surgical procedure where an opening is made in the colon to the outside of the body. None of these choices involve the kidney opening to the outside of the body.

Question 6

A doctor who specializes in operating on the chest is a(n):
A) thoracic surgeon
B) colorectal surgeon
C) otolaryngologist
D) orthopedist
E) oncologist

Accepted Answer

A thoracic surgeon specializes in operating on the chest, including the lungs, esophagus, and heart. The other options listed are specialties in different areas of the body.

Question 7

Enlargement of the heart is called:
A) hepatomegaly
B) nephromegaly
C) gastromegaly
D) myocardial infarction
E) cardiomegaly

Accepted Answer

Enlargement of the heart is called cardiomegaly. The other options (hepatomegaly, nephromegaly, gastromegaly, myocardial infarction) do not refer to enlargement of the heart.

Question 8

A doctor specializing in treatment of disease using high-energy radiation is a:
A) geriatrician
B) pathologist
C) radiologist
D) radiation oncologist
E) dermatologist

Accepted Answer

A doctor specializing in treatment of disease using high-energy radiation is a radiation oncologist. A geriatrician specializes in the care of elderly patients, a pathologist specializes in the study of disease, a radiologist specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases using medical imaging techniques, and a dermatologist specializes in skin disorders.

Question 9

"Clinical" means :
A) pertaining to time
B) pertaining to the lung
C) pertaining to patient care
D) pertaining to skin disorders
E) pertaining to laboratory research

Accepted Answer

The term "clinical" refers to patient care or the examination and treatment of patients. It can include a variety of medical settings such as hospitals, clinics, and private practices.

Question 10

Which doctor specializes in treating older patients?
A) family medicine specialist
B) geriatrician
C) rheumatologist
D) pediatrician
E) obstetrician

Accepted Answer

A geriatrician specializes in the care of older adults and is trained to address the complex medical needs of seniors, including chronic conditions, medication management, and age-related changes in the body.

Question 11

A surgeon specializing in disorders of the male reproductive system and the urinary tract in male and female patients is a(n):
A) nephrologist
B) urologist
C) gynecologist
D) neurosurgeon
E) colorectal surgeon

Accepted Answer

A urologist specializes in disorders of the male reproductive system and the urinary tract in both male and female patients. A nephrologist specializes in diseases and disorders of the kidneys, while a gynecologist specializes in the female reproductive system. A neurosurgeon focuses on the nervous system and a colorectal surgeon specializes in conditions of the colon, rectum, and anus.

Question 12

Internal medicine is a specialty concerned with:
A) diagnosis of disease using x-rays
B) care of patients who require sudden and immediate action
C) diagnosis and treatment of children's disorders
D) diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the mind
E) diagnosis and treatment of usually complex, nonsurgical disorders in adults

Accepted Answer

Internal medicine is a specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of usually complex, nonsurgical disorders in adults. Option A refers to radiology, Option B refers to emergency medicine, Option C refers to pediatrics, and Option D refers to psychiatry.

Question 13

A medical doctor who specializes in treating bone disorders is a(n):
A) pathologist
B) oncologist
C) physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist
D) orthopedist
E) rheumatologist

Accepted Answer

An orthopedist is a medical doctor who specializes in treating bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves. They are also experts in performing surgeries on these areas, making them the most appropriate choice out of the given options.

Question 14

In which term is the pronunciation accent incorrectly placed?
A) en-do-krih-NOL-o-je
B) ra-de-o-THER-ah-pe
C) ko-LOS-to-me
D) GAS-tros-ko-pe
E) he-mah-TO-mah

Accepted Answer

The correct pronunciation is gas-TROS-ko-pe, with the accent on the second syllable.

Question 15

Which term is not spelled correctly?
A) laryngeal
B) pulmonery
C) vasculitis
D) neuralgia
E) gastroenterology

Accepted Answer

The correct spelling is "pulmonary" with an "o" instead of an "e".

Question 16

A doctor who administers agents that cause loss of sensation and consciousness during surgery is a(n):
A) allergist
B) cardiovascular surgeon
C) oncologist
D) neurologist
E) anesthesiologist

Accepted Answer

An anesthesiologist is a doctor who specializes in administering anesthesia to patients before and during surgical procedures, causing them to lose sensation and consciousness. The other options are different types of medical specialists with different areas of expertise.

Question 17

A disorder that is unexpectedly caused by treatment prescribed by a doctor is:
A) neuralgic
B) neurogenic
C) oncogenic
D) carcinogenic
E) iatrogenic

Accepted Answer

The term iatrogenic means "caused by medical treatment." Therefore, the disorder that is unexpectedly caused by treatment prescribed by a doctor is iatrogenic.

Question 18

A medical doctor trained to treat eye disorders is an:
A) oncologist
B) optician
C) optometrist
D) orthopedist
E) ophthalmologist

Accepted Answer

An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating eye disorders. They have advanced training and can perform surgeries and prescribe medication for various eye conditions. A oncologist is a doctor who specializes in the treatment of cancer, an optician primarily assists with the fitting and dispensing of eyeglasses and contact lenses, an optometrist is a healthcare professional who can perform eye exams, prescribe corrective lenses, and diagnose and manage certain eye conditions, and an orthopedist specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders of the musculoskeletal system.

Question 19

An instrument to view the eye is a(n):
A) otoscopy
B) otoscope
C) ophthalmoscope
D) laparoscope
E) ophthalmoscopy

Accepted Answer

An ophthalmoscope is specifically designed to view the internal structures of the eye, making it the best choice compared to the other options listed. Otoscopy and otoscope are used to view the ear, while laparoscope is used for internal examination of the abdomen. Ophthalmoscopy is another term for using an ophthalmoscope to view the eye, but C is the more specific answer.

Question 20

A physician who specializes in treating lung disorders is a(n):
A) cardiologist
B) pathologist
C) internist
D) pulmonologist
E) infectious disease specialist

Accepted Answer

A pulmonologist is a physician who specializes in treating lung disorders, such as asthma, pneumonia, and lung cancer. A cardiologist focuses on the heart, a pathologist studies diseases in tissues and organs, an internist treats adults and a range of medical conditions, and an infectious disease specialist deals with infectious diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.

Quiz 5: Medical Specialists and Case Reports

Discharge of fluid from the nose is called:

Inflammation of the kidney is called:

A doctor who specializes in treatment of blood disorders is a:

A specialist in treating glandular disorders is a(n) :

An opening from the kidney to the outside of the body is a:

A doctor who specializes in operating on the chest is a(n) :

Enlargement of the heart is called:

A doctor specializing in treatment of disease using high-energy radiation is a:

"Clinical" means :

Which doctor specializes in treating older patients?

A surgeon specializing in disorders of the male reproductive system and the urinary tract in male and female patients is a(n) :

Internal medicine is a specialty concerned with:

A medical doctor who specializes in treating bone disorders is a(n) :

In which term is the pronunciation accent incorrectly placed?

Which term is not spelled correctly?

A doctor who administers agents that cause loss of sensation and consciousness during surgery is a(n) :

A disorder that is unexpectedly caused by treatment prescribed by a doctor is:

A medical doctor trained to treat eye disorders is an:

An instrument to view the eye is a(n) :

A physician who specializes in treating lung disorders is a(n) :