Chapter 5- Words not built from word parts

Question 1

Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)

Answer 1

Test performed on arterial blood to determine levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide and pH.

Question 2

Peak Flow Meter (PFM)

Answer 2

Portable instrument used to measure how fast air can be pushed out of the lung.

Question 3

Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)

Answer 3

Group of tests performed to measure breathing capacity and used to determine external respiratory function.

Question 4

Pulse Oximetry

Answer 4

Noninvasive method of measuring oxygen in the blood by using a device that attaches to the fingertip.

Question 5

Ausculation

Answer 5

The act of listening for sound within the body through a stethoscope.

Question 6

Percussion

Answer 6

The act of tapping of a body surface with the fingers to determine the density of the part beneath the sound obtained.

Question 7

PPD Skin Test (Purified Protein Derivative)

Answer 7

Test performed on individuals who have recently been exposed to tuberculosis.

Question 8

Aspirate

Answer 8

To withdraw fluid or suction fluid.

Question 9

Stethoscope

Answer 9

Instrument used to hear internal body sounds.

Question 10

Bronchoconstriction

Answer 10

Agent causing narrowing of bronchi.

Question 11

Bronchodilator

Answer 11

Agent causing the bronchi to widen.

Question 12

Crackles

Answer 12

Discontinuous sounds heard primarily with a stethoscope during inspiration that resemble the sound of rustling cellophane.

Question 13

Mucopurulent

Answer 13

Containing both mucus and pus.

Question 14

Mucus

Answer 14

Slimy fluid secreted by the mucus membranes.

Question 15

Nebulizer

Answer 15

Device that creates a mist used to deliver medication for giving respiratory treatment.

Question 16

Nonsocomial Infection

Answer 16

Infection acquired while hospitalized.

Question 17

Paroxysm

Answer 17

Periodic, sudden attack.

Question 18

Patent

Answer 18

Open.

Question 19

Rhondi

Answer 19

Low-pitched with a snoring quality breath sounds heard with a stethoscope suggesting secretions in the large airways.

Question 20

Sputum

Answer 20

Mucus secretion from the lungs, bronchi, and trachea expelled through the mouth.

Question 21

Stridor

Answer 21

Harsh high-pitched breath sound heard on inspiration; indicates an acuelaryngeal obstruction.

Question 22

Ventilation

Answer 22

Mechanical device used to assist with or substitute for breathing.

Question 23

Asthma

Answer 23

Respiratory disease characterized by coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath, caused by constriction and inflammation of airways that is reversible between attacks.

Question 24

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Answer 24

A progressive lung disease restricting air flow, which makes breathing difficult.

Question 25

Croup

Answer 25

Condition resulting from acute obstruction of the larynx, characterized by a barking cough, hoarseness and stridor
(Also called laryngotracheobronchitis)

Question 26

Cystic Fibrosis (CF)

Answer 26

Hereditary disorder of the exocrine glands characterized by excess mucus production in the respiratory tract, pancreatic deficiency, and other symptoms.

Question 27

Deviated Septum

Answer 27

One part of the nasal cavity is smaller because of malformation or injury of the nasal septum.

Question 28

Emphysema

Answer 28

Stretching of lung tissue caused by aveoli becoming distended and losing elasticity and as a result the body does not receive enough oxygen.

Question 29

Epistaxis

Answer 29

Nosebleed

Question 30

Influenza

Answer 30

Highly contagious and often severe viral infection of the respiratory tract.

Question 31

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

Answer 31

Repetitive pharyngeal collapse during sleep which leads to absence of breathing.

Question 32

Pertussis

Answer 32

Highly contagious bacterial infection of the respiratory tract characterized by an acute crowing inspirations r whoop. (Also known as Whooping Cough)

Question 33

Pleural Effusion

Answer 33

Fluid in the pleural space caused by a disease process or trauma.

Question 34

Pulmonary Edema

Answer 34

Fluid accumulation in the alveoli and bronchioles, most often a manifestation of hear failure.

Question 35

Pulmonary Embolism (PE)

Answer 35

Matter foreign to the circulation carried to the pulmonary artery and its bronches, where it blocks circulation to the lungs and can be fatal if pf sufficient size or number.

Question 36

Tuberculosis (TB)

Answer 36

Infectious bacterial disease, most commonly spread by inhalation of small particles and usually affecting the lungs. May spread to other organs.

Question 37

Upper Respiratory Infection (URI)

Answer 37

Infection of the nasal cavity, pharynx, or larynx. (Commonly called a cold)

Question 38

Chest Computed Tomography Scan (CT)

Answer 38

Computerized radiographic images of the chest performed to diagnose tumors, abscesses, and pleural effusion.

Question 39

Chest Radiograph (CXR)

Answer 39

Radiographic image of chest performed to evaluate the lungs and hart. (Also called a chest x-ray)

Question 40

Acid-Fast Bacilli Smear (AFB)

Answer 40

Test performed on sputum to determine the presence off acid-fast bacilli which causes tuberculosis.

Question 41

Sputum Culture and Sensitivity (C&S)

Answer 41

Test performed on sputum to determined the presence of pathogenic bacteria.