Medical Exam Quiz
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- 1.
The medical term "percutaneous" is best defined as?
- A.
Alternately Ceasing And Beginning
- B.
Lying On The Stomach
- C.
Through The Skin
- D.
Study Following Patients Forward In Time
Correct Answer
C. Through The Skin -
- 2.
The medical term "perforation" is best defined as which of these?
- A.
Cancer Of The Lymph Nodes
- B.
Puncture, Tear Or Hole
- C.
Within Or Inside Of The Body
- D.
Not Responding To Treatment
Correct Answer
B. Puncture, Tear Or Hole -
- 3.
The medical term "peripheral" is best defined as?
- A.
Study Following Patients Forward In Time
- B.
By Way Of The Intestines
- C.
General Medical Care Aimed At Symptoms, Not Intended To Improve Or Cure Underlying Disease
- D.
Not Central
Correct Answer
D. Not Central -
- 4.
The medical term "pharmacokinetics" is best defined as?
- A.
By Way Of The Intestines
- B.
Sleepiness
- C.
Cancer Or Tumor Of The Liver
- D.
Study Of The Way The Body Absorbs, Distributes And Gets Rid Of A Drug
Correct Answer
D. Study Of The Way The Body Absorbs, Distributes And Gets Rid Of A Drug -
- 5.
The medical term "phlebitis" is best defined as?
- A.
Irritation Or Inflammation Of A Vein
- B.
Type Of Brain Tumor
- C.
Undesired Result Or Complication; Serious Disease
- D.
Possible
Correct Answer
A. Irritation Or Inflammation Of A Vein -
- 6.
The medical term "placebo" is best defined as?
- A.
A Bruise, A Black And Blue Mark
- B.
An Inactive Substance Which May Resemble An Active Agent But Has No Medical Value
- C.
Death Of Tissue Because Of Lack Of Blood Supply
- D.
Death Or Death Rate
Correct Answer
B. An Inactive Substance Which May Resemble An Active Agent But Has No Medical Value -
- 7.
The medical term "placebo effect" is best defined as?
- A.
Vomiting
- B.
Condition In Which Something Is Not Functioning Properly
- C.
Treatment Phase Intended To Make A Remission Permanent, Follows Induction
- D.
Symptom Or Change Of Condition Seen When A Placebo Is Given; Not Attributable To An Active Drug Agent
Correct Answer
D. Symptom Or Change Of Condition Seen When A Placebo Is Given; Not Attributable To An Active Drug Agent -
- 8.
The medical term "platelets" is best defined as?
- A.
Lab Test
- B.
Small Particles In The Blood That Help With Blood Clotting
- C.
Sound Wave Test Of The Heart
- D.
Examination Of An Internal Part Of The Body With A Lighted Tube; Looking At A Part Of The Body With A Lighted Tube
Correct Answer
B. Small Particles In The Blood That Help With Blood Clotting -
- 9.
The medical term "potential" is best defined as?
- A.
Possible
- B.
Irritation And Redness Of The Thin Membrane Covering The Eye
- C.
An X-Ray Of The Lymph Nodes Or Tissues After Injection Of Dye In Lymph Vessels
- D.
Irregular Beat Of The Heart Or Other Muscle
Correct Answer
A. Possible -
- 10.
The medical term "potentiate" is best defined as?
- A.
Increase Or Multiply The Effect Of A Drug Or Toxin By Administration Of Another Drug Or Toxin At The Same Time
- B.
Cavity Of An Organ Or Tube
- C.
Stunned State In Which It Is Difficult To Get A Response Or The Attention Of The Subject
- D.
Low White Blood Cell Count
Correct Answer
A. Increase Or Multiply The Effect Of A Drug Or Toxin By Administration Of Another Drug Or Toxin At The Same Time -
- 11.
The medical term "potentiator" is best defined as?
- A.
Serious, Potentially Life Threatening Allergic Reaction
- B.
An Agent That Helps Another Agent Work Better
- C.
Getting Rid Of (Such As A Disease)
- D.
Closing; Obstruction
Correct Answer
B. An Agent That Helps Another Agent Work Better -
- 12.
What does the medical term "prenatal" mean?
- A.
After Birth
- B.
Old Age
- C.
Adolescent
- D.
Before Birth
Correct Answer
D. Before Birth -
- 13.
The medical term "prn" is best defined as?
- A.
Symptom Or Change Of Condition Seen When A Placebo Is Given; Not Attributable To An Active Drug Agent
- B.
As Needed
- C.
Sound Waves
- D.
Gradual Alteration Of Drug Dose To Determine Desired Effect Or Most Beneficial Strength Of Drug
Correct Answer
B. As Needed -
- 14.
The medical term "prognosis" is best defined as?
- A.
Remaining In A Given Location, Such As A Catheter
- B.
By Way Of The Intestines
- C.
Outlook, Probable Outcomes
- D.
Process Of Breaking Down Substances In The Cells
Correct Answer
C. Outlook, Probable Outcomes -
- 15.
The medical term "prophylaxis" is best defined as?
- A.
A Drug Used To Relieve Coughing
- B.
A Vague Feeling Of Bodily Discomfort, Feeling Bad
- C.
A Drug Given To Prevent Disease Or Infection
- D.
A Procedure In Which An Incision Is Made In The Abdominal Wall To Enable A Physician To Look At The Organs
Correct Answer
C. A Drug Given To Prevent Disease Or Infection -
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