Definitions

Question 1

Anaphylaxis

Answer 1

rapidly progressing, life-threatening allergic reaction.

Question 2

Aneurysm

Answer 2

A localized widening (dilatation) of an artery, a vein, or the heart

Question 3

Astigmatism

Answer 3

Defective curvature of the cornea

Question 4

Atelectasis

Answer 4

collapse of a lung resulting in reduced or absent gas exchange

Question 5

Deglutition

Answer 5

the act or process of swallowing.

Question 6

Dialysis

Answer 6

process of removing waste products and excess fluid from the body.

Question 7

Gestation

Answer 7

period of time between conception and birth.

Question 8

Hernia

Answer 8

Protrusion of an organ or part through the tissues and muscles normally containing it

Question 9

Ileus

Answer 9

Loss of peristalsis with resulting obstruction of the intestines

Question 10

Infestation

Answer 10

refers to parasitic diseases caused by animals such as arthropods (i.e. mites, ticks

Question 11

Lymphangiectasis

Answer 11

Dilation of the lymphatic vessels

Question 12

Meninges

Answer 12

Membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord

Question 13

Occlusion

Answer 13

Blockage

Question 14

Osteoporosis

Answer 14

Decrease in bone density

Question 15

Palliative

Answer 15

care for people with serious illness

Question 16

Percussion

Answer 16

tapping body parts with fingers, hands, or small instruments as part of a physical examination

Question 17

Peristalsis

Answer 17

involuntary contraction of muscles along the walls

Question 18

Purulent

Answer 18

Pertaining to pus

Question 19

Sickle cell anemia

Answer 19

Erythrocytes assume an abnormal sickle shape and clog blood vessels

Question 20

Syncope

Answer 20

temporary loss of consciousness

Question 21

Ulcer

Answer 21

: a break in skin or mucous membrane with loss of surface tissue

Question 22

Urticaria

Answer 22

Hives