CCMA Exam Flashcards
1
Q
Papules
A
Solid elevations < 0.5 cm in diameter (eczema)
2
Q
Mascules
A
Flat area on skin, different color, no elevation (freckle)
3
Q
Vesicles
A
Fluid based blisters (herpes)
4
Q
Pustules
A
puss-filled blisters (acne)
5
Q
Antineoplastics
A
slow growth of cancer cells
6
Q
Erythrocytes
A
Red blood cells
7
Q
Tympanic membrane
A
eardrum
8
Q
immunogoblins
A
antibodies
9
Q
Aneurysm
A
bulging artery in thinner wall
10
Q
Transient Ischemic Attack
A
Mini Stroke
11
Q
Gout
A
Arthritis due to uric acid crystal in joints
12
Q
Angina
A
Chest pain or discomfort that occurs when heart doesn’t receive enough oxygen
13
Q
SA Node - nickname
A
pacemaker for the heart
14
Q
Superior vena cava purpose
A
brings blood from head and arms to heart
15
Q
Normal potassium levels
A
3.5-5.2
