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med lab specialties FINAL study Flashcards

1
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what is Dyspepsia?

A

upset stomach

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2
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what does the suffix “itis” mean?

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inflammation

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3
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which STD is parasitic?

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Trichomonas

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4
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what is GERD?

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Gastroesophageal reflux disease

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5
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what is hyperlipidemia?

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too much cholesterol

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6
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what is the most dangerous skin cancer?

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malignant melanoma

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7
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what test checks for protozoal presence?

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O&P (ova and parasite)

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8
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which method of temperature is the most accurate?

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Rectal

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9
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what is a scratch test?

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allergy test

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10
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what is gastritis?

A

inflammation of the stomach lining

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11
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what are some bacterial STDs?

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chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis

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12
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what position is used for pelvic and vaginal exams?

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Lithotomy

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13
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what are some viral STDs?

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HSV, HIV, HPV, hepatitis B

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14
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what is the preferred method of temperature for children under 2 yrs?

A

Temporal temp

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15
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what kind of specimen is used for a NAAT test?

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Urine

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16
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the wet mount is used for Direct examination on a micro slide or paper?

A

Micro slide

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17
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what is a speculum?

A

Instrument used to open the vaginal canal and view the cervix

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18
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T or F? check the urine bag every 15 Mins

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False! the urine bag is supposed to be checked every 30 mins

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19
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When is a child’s head one-fourth of the entire body length?

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neonate

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20
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what is social development?

A

relation to others

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21
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Body hair marks what?

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the beginning of puberty

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22
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Do most accidental poisonings occur at home in children that are older than 10 0r under 5 years old?

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under 5 yrs

23
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what is a PKU test?

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Phenylketonuria test. state mandated

24
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T or F? ADHD and ADD are the easiest to diagnose?

A

False! they are overly diagnosed

25
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abnormal hemoglobin in an RBC may suggest what kind of anemia?

A

Sickle cell anemia

26
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who visually examines the male genitalia?

A

the provider

27
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what is important to keep in mind with pediatric collection devices?

A

make sure there are no leaks

28
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what causes down syndrome?

A

chromosomal defect

29
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what are some Causes of ED?

A

low testosterone, depression

30
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why do men get vasectomies?

A

form of contraception

31
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what is the least likely Tx for HTN?

A

Angioplasty

32
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what are forms of elder abuse?

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neglect, sexual abuse, physical and mental

33
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what Tx can be used for osteoporosis?

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Hormone replacement therapy

34
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what precautions can be taken for geriatric patients?

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installing handrails, removing trip hazards

35
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What is BPH?

A

enlargement of the prostate gland

36
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what is the Dx for depression

A

there is no specific Dx for depression

37
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what does a PSA blood test check for?

A

BPH

38
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what is done to check the accuracy of a Vasectomy?

A

semen analysis

39
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what does a PET scan check for?

A

Alzheimers and parkinsons

40
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what is non-malignant hypertrophy?

A

BPH

41
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what is the best time to perform a testicular exam?

A

after the shower

42
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what is a debilitating brain disorder with no cure?

A

Alzheimers

43
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what is LMP?

A

LAST MENSTRUAL PERIOD ( the first day of the last period)

44
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what can HCG indicate?

A

Breast CA, Ectopic Preg, 1st trimester (All of these)

45
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what is the purpose of immunization?

A

to reduce susceptibility to infections

46
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what is the least important in vaccine protocol?

A

rotate supplies

47
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you shouldn’t empty your bladder before GYN exam? T or F

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False! you should

48
Q

what is a synapse?

A

connection between 2 neurons

49
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what is the common STI for women under 25?

A

chlamydia

50
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what is dermatitis?

A

inflammation of the skin

51
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is urine part of prenatal visits?

A

yes

52
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what is an EEG?

A

electroencephalogram

53
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the cervix and fallopian tubes are part of what system?

A

reproductive system

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