Health Sciences Quiz: Stroke Related Definitions

Reviewed by Editorial Team
The ProProfs editorial team is comprised of experienced subject matter experts. They've collectively created over 10,000 quizzes and lessons, serving over 100 million users. Our team includes in-house content moderators and subject matter experts, as well as a global network of rigorously trained contributors. All adhere to our comprehensive editorial guidelines, ensuring the delivery of high-quality content.
Learn about Our Editorial Process
| By Alfredhook3
A
Alfredhook3
Community Contributor
Quizzes Created: 2944 | Total Attempts: 2,859,606
| Attempts: 582
SettingsSettings
Please wait...
  • 1/10 Questions

    The definition of Hemiplegia:

    • Abnormal shortening and hardening of soft tissue.
    • Paralysis on one side of the body.
    • Loss of muscle tone w/ paralysis & weakness related to nerve damage.
    • Weakness on one side of the body.
    • Muscle stiffness and involuntarily muscle contractions.
Please wait...
About This Quiz


Welcome to the "Health Sciences Quiz: Stroke Related Definitions," a captivating journey into the intricate world of health sciences, focusing on the definitions associated with strokes. Strokes, or cerebrovascular accidents, are a critical health concern globally, and understanding the terminology related to this medical condition is crucial for healthcare professionals, students, and anyone interested in health and well-being. This quiz is designed to enhance your knowledge of key concepts, terminology, and definitions linked to strokes.

Whether you're a healthcare professional seeking to reinforce your expertise or an enthusiast eager to explore the complexities of health sciences, this quiz offers a stimulating experience. Share your scores, discuss the intricacies of each term, and revel in the collective journey of learning about strokes in the realm of health sciences.

Health Sciences Quiz: Stroke Related Definitions - Quiz

Quiz Preview

  • 2. 

    What is the definition of Ischemia?

    • Inadequate blood supply to an organ or part of the body, leading to tissue damage or cell death. 

    • The escape of blood from a ruptured blood vessel, often causing bleeding. 

    • A weak or bulging spot on an artery wall that may rupture and cause bleeding.

    • The formation or presence of a blood clot (thrombus) within a blood vessel.

    Correct Answer
    A. Inadequate blood supply to an organ or part of the body, leading to tissue damage or cell death. 
  • 3. 

    The definition of Spastic paralysis:

    • Paralysis on one side of the body.

    • Loss of muscle tone w/ paralysis & weakness related to nerve damage.

    • Weakness on one side of the body.

    • Muscle stiffness and involuntarily muscle contractions.

    • Abnormal shortening and hardening of soft tissue.

    Correct Answer
    A. Muscle stiffness and involuntarily muscle contractions.
  • 4. 

    The definition of Flaccid paralysis

    • Loss of muscle tone w/ paralysis & weakness related to nerve damage.

    • Weakness on one side of the body.

    • Paralysis on one side of the body.

    • Muscle stiffness and involuntarily muscle contractions.

    • Abnormal shortening and hardening of soft tissue.

    Correct Answer
    A. Loss of muscle tone w/ paralysis & weakness related to nerve damage.
  • 5. 

    The definition of Dysarthria:

    • Difficulty speaking because the muscles you use for speech are weak.

    • Also called Broca’s aphagia. A language disorder that causes the person to speak in short phrases. They often omit the words and, as, the, it, and is.

    • Also called Broca’s aphagia. A language disorder that causes the person to speak in short phrases. They often omit the words and, as, the, it, and is.

    • A language disorder characterized by trouble with speaking or understanding speech as a result of damage to the frontal lobe.

    Correct Answer
    A. Difficulty speaking because the muscles you use for speech are weak.
  • 6. 

    What is the definition of Hemiparesis?

    • Muscle stiffness and involuntarily muscle contractions.

    • Loss of muscle tone w/ paralysis & weakness related to nerve damage.

    • Paralysis on one side of the body.

    • Abnormal shortening and hardening of soft tissue.

    • Weakness on one side of the body.

    Correct Answer
    A. Weakness on one side of the body.
  • 7. 

    The definition of Receptive aphasia:

    • Extensive damage to the language centre. There are extreme limitations to speaking and understanding language, both verbal and written.

    • A language disorder characterized by trouble with speaking or understanding speech as a result of damage to the frontal lobe.

    • Also called Broca’s aphagia. A language disorder that causes the person to speak in short phrases. They often omit the words and, as, the, it, and is.

    • Wernicke’s aphagia is characterized by difficulty understanding language. The person often speaks in long sentences that have no meaning and often adds words that don’t make sense. They are also unaware they are speaking incorrectly.

    Correct Answer
    A. Wernicke’s aphagia is characterized by difficulty understanding language. The person often speaks in long sentences that have no meaning and often adds words that don’t make sense. They are also unaware they are speaking incorrectly.
  • 8. 

    The definition of Contractures:

    • Paralysis on one side of the body.

    • Muscle stiffness and involuntarily muscle contractions.

    • Abnormal shortening and hardening of soft tissue.

    • Loss of muscle tone w/ paralysis & weakness related to nerve damage.

    • Weakness on one side of the body.

    Correct Answer
    A. Abnormal shortening and hardening of soft tissue.
  • 9. 

    The definition of Global aphasia:

    • A language disorder characterized by trouble with speaking or understanding speech as a result of damage to the frontal lobe.

    • Also called Broca’s aphagia. A language disorder that causes the person to speak in short phrases. They often omit the words and, as, the, it, and is.

    • Extensive damage to the language centre. There are extreme limitations to speaking and understanding language, both verbal and written.

    • Wernicke’s aphagia is characterized by difficulty understanding language. The person often speaks in long sentences that have no meaning and often adds words that don’t make sense. They are also unaware they are speaking incorrectly.

    Correct Answer
    A. Extensive damage to the language centre. There are extreme limitations to speaking and understanding language, both verbal and written.
  • 10. 

    The definition of Expressive aphasia:

    • Also called Broca’s aphagia. A language disorder that causes the person to speak in short phrases. They often omit the words and, as, the, it, and is.

    • Wernicke’s aphagia is characterized by difficulty understanding language. The person often speaks in long sentences that have no meaning and often adds words that don’t make sense. They are also unaware they are speaking incorrectly.

    • Extensive damage to the language centre. There are extreme limitations to speaking and understanding language, both verbal and written.

    • A language disorder characterized by trouble with speaking or understanding speech as a result of damage to the frontal lobe.

    Correct Answer
    A. Also called Broca’s aphagia. A language disorder that causes the person to speak in short phrases. They often omit the words and, as, the, it, and is.

Quiz Review Timeline (Updated): Jan 3, 2024 +

Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.

  • Current Version
  • Jan 03, 2024
    Quiz Edited by
    ProProfs Editorial Team
  • Dec 20, 2023
    Quiz Created by
    Alfredhook3
Back to Top Back to top
Advertisement
×

Wait!
Here's an interesting quiz for you.

We have other quizzes matching your interest.