Definitions

Question 0

Centrifugal

Answer 0

A force directed outward

Question 1

Cavernous

Answer 1

Containing cavities or hollow spaces

Question 2

Centripetal

Answer 2

A force directed towards the axis of rotation

Question 3

Connective tissue

Answer 3

Tissue that binds and supports other body tissues and parts

Question 4

Differential diagnosis

Answer 4

Distinguishing between 2 or more diseases

Question 5

Ectopia

Answer 5

Condition where an organ or part is out of position

Question 6

Exsanguinate

Answer 6

To remove circulating blood

Question 7

Febrile

Answer 7

Elevated body temperature

Question 8

Fibrosis

Answer 8

Proliferation of fibrous connective tissue (ex. Formation of scar tissue)

Question 9

Hydatid

Answer 9

A cyst or cyst-like structure that is usually filled with fluid

Question 10

Iatrogenic

Answer 10

Condition caused by a medical personnel, treatment or procedure

Question 11

Idiopathic

Answer 11

Without a known cause

Question 12

Pathogenic

Answer 12

Capable of producing a disease

Question 13

Pathogensis

Answer 13

Source or cause of an illness

Question 14

Pathognomonic

Answer 14

Specific to a disease or condition

Question 15

Sanguine, sangui

Answer 15

Blood, bloody

Question 16

Sequela

Answer 16

Any abnormal condition that follows and is the result of disease, treatment or injury

Question 17

Trendelburg

Answer 17

A body position where the head is low and the body and legs are on an incline plane

Question 18

Valsalva

Answer 18

Forced expiratory effort against a closed airway with similar symptoms by comparing their signs and symptom