Chapter 15 Definitions

Question 1

visceral

Answer 1

pertaining to the internal organs contained within the thorax and abdomen

Question 2

caudal

Answer 2

(caudally) moving inferiorly (toward the tail)

Question 3

mononucleosis

Answer 3

a disease state caused by an abnormally high number of mononuclear leukocytes in the blood stream

Question 4

electrolyte

Answer 4

ionized salts, including sodium, potassium, and chloride, found in blood, tissue fluids, and cells

Question 5

exercise-induced asthma

Answer 5

bronchospasm caused by exercise

Question 6

pericarditis

Answer 6

inflammation of the lining surrounding the heart

Question 7

atherosclerosis

Answer 7

the buildup of fatty tissues on the inner arterial walls

Question 8

hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

Answer 8

congenital thickening of the ventricular septum and left ventricular wall that results in decreased cardiac output

Question 9

cystic fibrosis

Answer 9

a congenital condition of the exocrine glands that affects the pancreas, respiratory system, and other systems

Question 10

crohn’s diseas

Answer 10

an inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal tract

Question 11

dysmenorrhea

Answer 11

pain during menstruation

Question 12

arrhythmia

Answer 12

loss of the normal heart rhythm; an irregular heart rate

Question 13

resonant

Answer 13

producing a vibrating sound or percussion

Question 14

anoxia

Answer 14

the absence of oxygen in the blood or tissues

Question 15

sputum

Answer 15

a substance formed by mucus, blood, or pus expelled by coughing or clearing the throat

Question 16

peristalsis

Answer 16

a progressive smooth muscle contraction producing a wavelike motion that moves matter through the intestines

Question 17

peritonitis

Answer 17

inflammation of the peritoneum as the result of infection, injury, or disease

Question 18

bleb

Answer 18

a large sac filled with air or fluid having the potential to rupture

Question 19

cyanotic

Answer 19

dark blue or purple tint to the skin and mucous membranes caused by a decreased oxygen supply

Question 20

hemodynamic

Answer 20

the process of blood circulating through the body

Question 21

dysuria

Answer 21

painful urination

Question 22

chlamydia

Answer 22

a family of microorganisms that produce infection in the genitals and is sexually transmitted

Question 23

ectopic pregnancy

Answer 23

the formaiton of a fetus outside of the uterine cavity

Question 24

varicose veins

Answer 24

enlargement of the superficial veins

Question 25

orchitis

Answer 25

inflammation of the testicle

Question 26

pelvic inflammatory disease

Answer 26

an infection of the vagina that spreads to the cervix, uterus, fallopian tubes, and broad ligaments

Question 27

hypoglycemia

Answer 27

the state of decreased levels of sugar in the blood, resultign in fatigue, restlessness, and irritability; commonly associated with diabetes

Question 28

dyspnea

Answer 28

air hunger marked by labored or difficult breathing; may be a normal occurrence after exertion or an abnormal occurrence indicating cardiac or respiratory distress

Question 29

prodromal

Answer 29

pertaining to the interval between the initial disease rate and the onset of outward symptoms

Question 30

hypercholesterolemia

Answer 30

a high blood cholesterol level caused by a high intake of saturated fats

Question 31

sinus rhythm

Answer 31

rhythm of the heart, regulated by the sinoartrial node

Question 32

dander

Answer 32

small scales from animal hair or feathers that cuase allergic reactions in some individuals

Question 33

metabolic acidosis

Answer 33

decreased blood pH caused by an increase in blood acids or a decrease in blood bases

Question 34

pulmonary edema

Answer 34

swelling of the lung and its tissues