MDA 141 Flashcards
vaginectomy
a surgical procedure to remove all or part of the vagina. it is usually used as a treatment for vaginal cancer. vaginectomy is also used as part of some types of female-to-male sex reassignment surgery
candida albicans
is a diploid fungus that often occurs as a result of antibiotic therapy
monillal vaginitis
is a soreness, swelling and redness ( inflammation) of the vagina and vulva often times occurs as a result of antibiotic therapy
chrones disease
a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract, symptoms include diarrhea, cramping, and constipation
meningitis
an inflammation of the membranes that cover the spinal column and brain, can be bacteria or virus
croup
a viral inflammation of the larynx and trachea, this can cause edema and narrowing of the airway
amenorrhea
absence of the menstrual period
dysmenorrhea
pain associated with menstrual period
meterrhagia
bleeding between menstrual period
APGAR test
the test measures the newborn’s appearance, pulse, grimace, activity, and repiration
pediculosis
lice
impetigo
is a contagious skin infection that usually produces blisters or sores on the face, neck, hands, and diaper area from the staphylococcus family
myringotomy
a surgical procedure in which tubes are placed in the ears to promote drainage
colposcopy
an examination of the cervix to detect abnormal cells
colonscopy
an examination of the entire large intestine
lochia
a vaginal discharge after giving birth (peurperium) containing blood, mucus, and uterian tissue
salpingo-oophorectomy
surgical removal of the fallopian tube and ovaries
carbuncle
is an abscess larger than a boil, usually with one or more openings draining pus onto the skin, from the staphylococcus family
furuncle
a “boil” is a bacterial or fungal infection of a hair follicle. if bacterial it is from the staphylococcus family
gravitity
a womens number of time pregnant
parity
a womens number of pregnancies that resulted in a live birth
parkinsons disease
a neurological disorder that will cause a gradual decrease in motor control, involuntary tremors, and rigidity
glaucoma
caused by intraocular pressure and can lead to visual impairment
dementia
affects personality, cognitive function, and memory
angina pectoris
chest pain cause by a lack of oxygen to myocardium
cataracts
clouding of the lens of the eye
congestive heart failure
the heart is unable to pump enough blood to body tissue
rheumatoid arthritis
chronic auto immune disorder that causes inflammation of the joints
osteoporosis
typically an aging related disease that causes bones to become weak and more prone to fracture
macular degeneration
incurable disease that destroys the central portion of the retina
hiatal retina
a portion of the stomach pushes upward through the diaphragm
cholecystitis
inflammation of the gallbladder
what are the 3 stages of labor?
dilation, birth, delivery of the placenta
what is an EEG?
a test used to diagnose seizures and tremors by measuring the electrical activity of the brain
until what age are routine head circumference measurements taken?
36 months
how are hepatitis A, B, & C transmitted?
Hep A is spread through fecal matter and Hep B & Hep C are spread via blood and body fluids
what would the gravida/para before a woman who had one pregnancy resulting twins?
G1 P2
what duties will an MA perform during a routine prenatal visit?
blood pressure, urine sample, and weight
what is the difference between a conventional pap smear and a thin prep pap?
thin prep pap is more accurate, sample is placed in liquid, and it can also be used to detect HIV
until what age should the vastus lateralis be used for IM injections?
2 years old
what is the normal pulse rate range for children 3 months to 2 years of age?
80-150
when obtaining temperature for a child, what is the least accurate method for obtaining the temperature?
axillary
for children 2 years old and younger what is the preferred site for checking pulse?
apical
ear infections usually affect what part of the ear?
the middle ear
what are the 2 most common signs of testicular cancer?
lumps or hard masses and discomfort
how is an infant urine sample obtained?
clean the genitourinary area and place the urine collection bag over the genitourinary area
an abdominal ultrasound will look at what structures?
liver, gallbladder, and pancreas
what age range is testicular cancer more often seen?
20-35 years
women who have Rh negative blood will need what type of injection during their pregnancy?
rhogam
what are the typical warning signs of ovarian cancer?
abdominal pressure, bloating, and pelvic discomort
HPV increases a womens risk of what disease?
cervical cancer
what is the lay term for spontaneous abortion?
miscarriage
what changes may occur to the integumentary system in older adults?
thinning hair, decreased sensitivity to heat/cold, and skin cancer
what condition would require a tympanostomy?
chronic otitis media in children
