Biomedical Science Flashcards
1
Q
Anything that has mass and occupies space
A
Matter
2
Q
Free electrons flowing away from the atom
A
Electricity
3
Q
Bohr’s Theory
A
The principle of electricity
4
Q
ESU Generator
A
Power Source
5
Q
ESU Active Electrode
A
Electrosurgical Pencil
6
Q
ESU Inactive Electrode
A
Grounding Pad
7
Q
How fast something is moving
A
Speed
8
Q
Involves both speed and direction
A
Velocity
9
Q
Change in velocity over time
A
Acceleration
10
Q
Energy of motion
A
Kinetic Energy
11
Q
F to C
A
Subtract 32, multiply by 5 and divide by 9
12
Q
C to F
A
Multiply 9, Divide by 9 and add 32
13
Q
What is the Nd:YAG laser used for
A
Vaporize bladder tumors. (Beam can be transmitted through clear fluids)
14
Q
Most frequently used laser, but can’t transmit through clear fluids
A
CO2 Laser
15
Q
Laser typically used in orthopedics (arthroscopic and keratoplasty)
A
Holmium YAG Laser
