Chapter 5: Diagnostic Terms (No Word Parts) Flashcards
Respiratory System and Introduction to Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
chest computed tomography (CT) scan
Type: Diagnostic Imaging
Computerized radiographic images of the chest
chest radiograph (CXR)
Type: Diagnostic Imaging
Chest x-ray
lung ventilation/perfusion scan (VQ scan)
Type: Diagnostic Imaging
Two nuclear scan tests. A VQ scan is used most often to help diagnose or rule out a pulmonary embolism (PE)
acid-fast bacilli (AFB) smear
Type: Laboratory
Test on sputum to determine the presence of tuberculosis
sputum culture and sensitivity (C&S)
Type: Laboratory
Test performed on sputum to identify an antibiotic that will provide the most effective treatment.
arterial blood gases (ABGs)
Type: Pulmonary Function
Test performed on arterial blood to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and pH
peak flow meter (PFM)
Type: Pulmonary Function
Portable instrument used to measure air flow in forced exhalation, which helps monitor asthma
pulmonary function tests (PFTs)
Type: Pulmonary Function
Group of tests performed to measure breathing capacity
pulse oximetry
Type: Pulmonary Function
Noninvasive method of measuring oxygen in the blood
auscultation
Type: Other
The act of listening through a stethoscope for sounds within the body
percussion
Type: Other
The act of tapping of the body surface to determine its density
PPD skin test
Type: Other
Test performed on individuals who have recently been exposed to tuberculosis. (Also called TB skin test)
stethoscope
Type: Other
Instrument used for performing ausculation and blood pressure measurement
