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Chapter 15 Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, and Pharmacology A&P Flashcards

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means the evaluation or appraisal of the patient’s condition

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assessment

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includes a number of factors: how patient is dressed, any body odor, or if there are signs of possible difficulties with self care

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overall appearance

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refers to the patient’s expression, tone of voice, mood, and emotions

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emotional affect

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means the way the patient walks, including gait

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ambulation

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are the four key indications that the body systems are functioning

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vital signs

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is the rhythmic pressure against the walls of an artery caused by the beating of the heart

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pulse

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also known as respiratory rate, is the number of complete breaths per minute

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respiration

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is the force of blood against the walls of the arteries

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blood pressure

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patient is asked to describe his or her level of pain from 0 to 10

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pain rating scale

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which comes quickly, can be severe and lasts only a relatively short time

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acute pain

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which can be mild or severe, persists over a longer period of time that acute pain

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chronic pain

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caused by the tricuspid and mitral valve closing between the atria and the ventricles

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lubb sound

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caused by the closing of the semilunar valves in the aorta and pulmonary arteries as blood is pumped out of the heart

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dupp sound

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is an abnormal rhythmic vibration felt when palpating an artery

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thrill

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also known as bowel sounds, are normal noises made by the intestine

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abdominal sounds

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results are needed immediately

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stat

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means tests are frequently performed as a group on automated multi-channel laboratory testing equipment

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profile

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is a medical professional who is trained to draw blood from patients

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phlebotomist

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is a group of eight specific blood tests that provide important information about the current status of the patient’s kidneys,

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basic metabolic panel

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reflects the amount of wastes, minerals, and solids that are present

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specific gravity

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also known as urine C and S, is a laboratory test that is used to identify cause of a urinary tract infection and to determine which antibiotic would be the most effective treatment

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urine culture and sensitivity tests (urine C and S)

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is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders with x-rays and other forms of radiant energy

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radiologist

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is the use of radiographic imaging to guide a procedure such as a biopsy

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interventional radiology

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describes the placement of the patient’s body and the part of the body that is closest to the x-ray film

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radiographic positioning

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describes the path that the x-ray beam follows through the patient’s body from the entrance to the exit

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radiographic projection

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commonly known as Panorrex, shows all structures in both dental arches in a single film

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panoramic radiograph

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is the image created by ultrasonography

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sonogram

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radioactive substance known as radiopharmaceuticals are administered for either diagnostic or treatment purposes

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nuclear medicine

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is the study of the nature, uses, and effects of drugs for medical purposes

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pharmacology

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is a licensed specialist who formulates and dispenses prescribed medications

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pharmacist

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is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine that is sold over the counter under the brand names of advil and motrin

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ibuprofen

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are applied topically to relieve pain due to conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis

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pain-relieving cream

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abbreviation for peripherally inserted central catheter, is frequently used for a patient who will need IV therapy for more than 7 days

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PICC line

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try to reduce stress and prevent its negative effects on the body

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mind-body therapies

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try to improve or maintain health by maintaining the body’s energy flow

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energy-therapies

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try to improve body function by physically manipulating or massaging the body

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hands-on-therapies

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is a group of eight specific blood tests that provide important information about the current status of the patient’s kidneys, electrolyte balance, blood sugar, and calcium levels

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basic metabolic panel (BMP, or Profile 8)

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is performed to screen for urinary and systemic disorders

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routine urinalysis

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is performed when more-detailed testing of the specimen is necessary, for example, to identify casts

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microscopic examination

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is excessive acid in the body fluids

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acidosis

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is the major end product of protein metabolism found in urine and blood

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urea***

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are fibrous or protein materials, such as pus and fats, that are thrown off into the urine in kidney disease

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casts

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is the clumping together of red blood cells

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agglutination

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range of urine is from 4.5-8

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pH

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dilute urine is characteristic of diabetes insipidus

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low specific gravity

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concentrated urine occurs in conditions such as dehydration, liver failure, or shock

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high specific gravity

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is a form of protein found in most body tissue

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albumin

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is a waste product of muscle metabolism that is normally removed by the kidneys

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creatinine

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are formed when the body breaks down fat and their presence in urine can indicate starvation or uncontrolled diabetes

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ketones

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means has a cloudy or smoky appearance

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turbid

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it is administered orally for an upper GI series

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barium swallow

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it is administered rectally for a lower GI series

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barium enema

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is injected into a vein to make the flow of blood through the blood vessels and organs visible

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intravenous contrast medium

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commonly known as a panorex, shows all of the structures in both dental arches in a single film

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panoramic radiograph

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is the most commonly used type of equipment, produces the most accurate images; however, the patients can be uncomfortable because of the noise generated by the machine and the feeling of being closed in

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closed architecture MRI

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is designed to be less confining and is more comfortable to some patients

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open architecture MRI

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is the use of sound waves to image the carotid artery to detect an obstruction that could cause an ischemic stroke

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carotid ultrasound

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is a technique that uses specialized equipment to create photograph-like images of the developing child

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3D/4D ultrasound

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is the study of the nature, uses, and effects of drugs for medical purposes

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pharmacology

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