Ch 2: Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Question 1

anaphylactic shock

Answer 1

severe often fatal form of shock characterized by smooth muscle contraction and capillary dilation initiated by cytotropic antibodies

Question 2

biopsy

Answer 2

removal and examination of a sample of tissue from a living body for diagnostic purposes

Question 3

Board Certified Physician

Answer 3

a licenced practitioner who has obtained education and licensing for 9-12 years and taken multiple tests known as board tests

Question 4

electronic health records (EHR)

Answer 4

patient health records created and stored on a computer

Question 5

hormone

Answer 5

a chemical secreted by a cell that affects the functions of other cells

Question 6

meridians

Answer 6

pathways of energetic flow that are distributed symmetrically through the body. These pathways are used in acupuncture

Question 7

osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM)

Answer 7

a system of hands on techniques that help relieve pain, restore motion, support body’s natural functions, and influence the body’s natural structure

Question 8

preventative care

Answer 8

screening tests and drugs to prevent disease

Question 9

triage

Answer 9

to assess the urgency and types of conditions patients present as well as their immediate medical needs

Question 10

whole foods

Answer 10

foods that have little or no processing before they are eaten

Question 11

AMBS

Answer 11

support physicians professional development. certify physicians in various specialties

Question 12

CRNA

Answer 12

registered nurse who has completed additional studies in a program recognized by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists

Question 13

Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

Answer 13

focuses on the musculoskeletal system

Question 14

hyperthyroidism is treated by a(n)_____

Answer 14

Endocrinologist

Question 15

ACP

Answer 15

American College of Physicians

Question 16

American Hospital Association (AHA)

Answer 16

organization that supports and promotes the interest of hospitals and other healthcare organizations

Question 17

Council of Ethical and Judicial Affairs (CEJA)

Answer 17

develops ethics policy for the AMA composed of seven practicing physicians, a resident or fellow, and a medical student. council prepares reports that analyze and address timely ethical issues that confront physicians and the medical profession.

Question 18

American Board of Medical Specialties

Answer 18

focuses on maintaining and improving the quality of medical care and certifies doctors in various specialties

Question 19

Medical Technologists do what____

Answer 19

• culture bacteria

- analyze blood factors

Question 20

Subspecialities of Internal Medicine

Answer 20

rheumatology, hematology, and infectious disease