med lab specialties FINAL study

Question 1

what is Dyspepsia?

Answer 1

upset stomach

Question 2

what does the suffix “itis” mean?

Answer 2

inflammation

Question 3

which STD is parasitic?

Answer 3

Trichomonas

Question 4

what is GERD?

Answer 4

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Question 5

what is hyperlipidemia?

Answer 5

too much cholesterol

Question 6

what is the most dangerous skin cancer?

Answer 6

malignant melanoma

Question 7

what test checks for protozoal presence?

Answer 7

O&P (ova and parasite)

Question 8

which method of temperature is the most accurate?

Answer 8

Rectal

Question 9

what is a scratch test?

Answer 9

allergy test

Question 10

what is gastritis?

Answer 10

inflammation of the stomach lining

Question 11

what are some bacterial STDs?

Answer 11

chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis

Question 12

what position is used for pelvic and vaginal exams?

Answer 12

Lithotomy

Question 13

what are some viral STDs?

Answer 13

HSV, HIV, HPV, hepatitis B

Question 14

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

Answer 14

Temporal temp

Question 15

what kind of specimen is used for a NAAT test?

Answer 15

Urine

Question 16

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

Answer 16

Micro slide

Question 17

what is a speculum?

Answer 17

Instrument used to open the vaginal canal and view the cervix

Question 18

T or F? check the urine bag every 15 Mins

Answer 18

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

Question 19

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

Answer 19

neonate

Question 20

what is social development?

Answer 20

relation to others

Question 21

Body hair marks what?

Answer 21

the beginning of puberty

Question 22

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

Answer 22

under 5 yrs

Question 23

what is a PKU test?

Answer 23

Phenylketonuria test. state mandated

Question 24

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

Answer 24

False! they are overly diagnosed

Question 25

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

Answer 25

Sickle cell anemia

Question 26

who visually examines the male genitalia?

Answer 26

the provider

Question 27

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

Answer 27

make sure there are no leaks

Question 28

what causes down syndrome?

Answer 28

chromosomal defect

Question 29

what are some Causes of ED?

Answer 29

low testosterone, depression

Question 30

why do men get vasectomies?

Answer 30

form of contraception

Question 31

what is the least likely Tx for HTN?

Answer 31

Angioplasty

Question 32

what are forms of elder abuse?

Answer 32

neglect, sexual abuse, physical and mental

Question 33

what Tx can be used for osteoporosis?

Answer 33

Hormone replacement therapy

Question 34

what precautions can be taken for geriatric patients?

Answer 34

installing handrails, removing trip hazards

Question 35

What is BPH?

Answer 35

enlargement of the prostate gland

Question 36

what is the Dx for depression

Answer 36

there is no specific Dx for depression

Question 37

what does a PSA blood test check for?

Answer 37

BPH

Question 38

what is done to check the accuracy of a Vasectomy?

Answer 38

semen analysis

Question 39

what does a PET scan check for?

Answer 39

Alzheimers and parkinsons

Question 40

what is non-malignant hypertrophy?

Answer 40

BPH

Question 41

what is the best time to perform a testicular exam?

Answer 41

after the shower

Question 42

what is a debilitating brain disorder with no cure?

Answer 42

Alzheimers

Question 43

what is LMP?

Answer 43

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

Question 44

what can HCG indicate?

Answer 44

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

Question 45

what is the purpose of immunization?

Answer 45

to reduce susceptibility to infections

Question 46

what is the least important in vaccine protocol?

Answer 46

rotate supplies

Question 47

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

Answer 47

False! you should

Question 48

what is a synapse?

Answer 48

connection between 2 neurons

Question 49

what is the common STI for women under 25?

Answer 49

chlamydia

Question 50

what is dermatitis?

Answer 50

inflammation of the skin

Question 51

is urine part of prenatal visits?

Answer 51

yes

Question 52

what is an EEG?

Answer 52

electroencephalogram

Question 53

the cervix and fallopian tubes are part of what system?

Answer 53

reproductive system