Modules 4,5,6 Flashcards
True ____ False ____ During a Barium Enema fluoroscopy visualizes movement of barium through
the small intestine.
F
True ____ False ____ Barium Swallow allows for indirect visualization of the upper gastrointestinal
tract.
T
True ____ False ____ A barium swallow can determine the cause of dysphagia, heart burn, and
regurgitation.
T
Colonoscopy is the examination of the large intestine (from anus to cecum)
using a flexible colonoscope.
T
Foreign objects, polyps, and biopsy specimens can be removed through a
colonoscope
T
Pathogens, causing abnormal bowel patterns such as diarrhea, can be
diagnosed using stool cultures.
T
Fecal studies can also go by the name of ‘Stool Culture’.
T
A Gallbladder Scan aids in the diagnosis of obstruction within the cystic and
common bile ducts and cholecystitis.
T
In a Gastric Emptying Scan, the percentage of gastric emptying is measured
at 2 and 4 hours after ingesting a standard meal labeled with radioactive
isotope.
T
Assessment of gastric reflux across the esophageal sphincter is done in
Gastroesophageal Reflux scan.
T
A iodinated contrast agent (dye) may be used during an Abdominal CT
scan to help evaluate abdominal aneurysm
T
The abdominal film is taken to aid in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal, biliary
system, and urological diseases.
T
Abdominal films are especially helpful for some specific conditions such as
hemorrhaging gastrointestinal ulcers.
F
Abdominal films are NOT especially helpful
Abdominal Ultrasound is not useful in detecting and monitoring abdominal
aneurysms.
F
Abdominal Ultrasound IS useful
During Abdominal Ultrasound the patient will experience the technician
positioning a transducer over various regions of the abdomen
T
The colonoscope is inserted into the rectum and advanced to the
esophagus.
F
A CAT Scan of the Abdomen can detect abnormalities of the adrenals, GI
system, kidneys, liver, pancreas, spleen, uterus, and biliary tract
T
CT Scan of the Pancreas images cross sections of the tissue structures of
the pancreas.
T
During Esophagogastroduodenoscopy the esophagus, stomach,
duodenum, and the upper part of the large intestine are visualized for
abnormalities.
F
and the upper part of the SMALL INTESTINE
The endoscope during Esophagogastroduodenoscopy is passed through
the nose into the upper GI tract.
F
THE MOUTH
The entire esophagus, stomach, and proximal duodenum are examined
endoscopically during gastroscopy.
T
Laparoscopy has more complications than surgery that involves general
anesthetic or excision through muscle and tissue
F
has FEWER complications
Paracentesis is done to remove accumulated fluid from the abdominal
cavity.
T
Upper GI Series diagnoses cholecystitis
F
Diagnosis and staging of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis can be
aided by rectal biopsy
T
Bone Marrow Examination provides information about the cause, type, and
extent of abnormality present in Bone Marrow
T
Chemotherapy treatment can be monitored by Bone Marrow Examination.
T
Multiple Myeloma can be diagnosed by Bone Marrow Examination
T
Among other things, a CBC identifies the quality and quantity of blood cells.
T
The Complete Blood Count is often ordered as a screening tool and
diagnostic test to provide information about the hematological and other
systems.
T
Aspirin is known to alter the results of PTT.
T
Prothrombin Time (PT) is part of a anticoagulation screen done when a client shows signs and symptoms of bleeding.
T
The Schilling Test measures vitamin B6 absorption
F
B12
The Schilling Test is a blood test.
F
URINE
The hemoglobin portion of the red blood cells, in Sickle Cell Anemia, are
shaped like a ‘C’ or sickle shaped
T
Bleeding time evaluates the function of platelets and small blood vessels
T
The Bleeding Time test should not be done if the patient’s platelet count is
<50,000 mm3 or if the patient has a severe bleeding disorder.
T
Blood cultures show the presence of fungus in the blood.
F
BACTERIA in the blood
Blood Typing and Cross-Matching determine the correct blood type
T
Blood Typing and Cross-Matching is done after a blood transfusion
F
done PRIOR to a blood transfusion
DIC stands for Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation Screening
T
Hemoglobin is the oxygen carrying compound contained in red blood cells.
T
Hemoglobin test diagnoses growth hormone deficiency
F
Another name for Partial Thromboplastin Time is PTT.
T
PTT can indicate the effectiveness of coagulation therapy
F
effectiveness of ANTICOAGULATION therapy
The Iron blood test shows that decreased iron can be found in systemic
lupus erythematosus
T
If a person’s blood has an Rh antigen, the blood is Rh positive. This is
tested using Rh Typing.
T
The ferritin test shows how much lead is present in the blood
F
shows IF IRON IS BEING ADEQUATELY STORED IN THE BODY.
Sodium is tested through urine or blood.
T
A low sodium level can be life-threatening
T
C-Reactive Protein appears in the blood in acute stages of various
inflammatory disorders
T
CMV is a type of herpes virus found in all body secretions and is tested by
the Cytomegalovirus Antibody test
T
Organ donors are tested for Cytomegalovirus Antibody as part of the
assessment prior to organ donation
T
The Epstein-Barr Virus is a herpes virus that is very rare
F
VERY COMMON
The patient is not required to fast prior to having the Fungal Antibody
Screen
F
MUST FAST FOR 12 HRS PRIOR TO TEST
Lyme disease is under-reported in Canada
T
Mononucleosis Spot Test is just one of the many tests that assist in the
diagnosis of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
T
During your readings you will have noticed that there are many tests that
help to diagnose Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Among these are:
Epstein-Barr Virus test; Antinuclear Antibody test; C-Reactive Protein;
Lupus Analyzer Panel; and Rheumatoid factor
T
The Mumps antibody test is used to diagnose a chronic non-contagious
febrile disease that affects the tonsils and adenoids
F
diagnose an ACUTE CONTAGIOUS
affects the PAROTID GLAN AND OTHER SALIVARY GLANDS
Rheumatoid factor is present in only 25% of people with Rheumatoid
Arthritis.
F
in 75% of people
Allergen Skin testing is used to establish or confirm allergies (when
combined with a positive clinical history).
T
During Allergen Skin testing there is no risk of a fatal anaphylactic response
with the intradermal method
F
there IS a risk of a fatal anaphlactic response
Antinuclear Antibody test is a fluorescent procedure that assists in
differentiating among various heart diseases
F
various CONNECTIVE TISSUE diseases.
Candida Antibody tests for Candida albicans, a fungal infection that can
lead to life-threatening systemic infections
T
People on antibiotics are at low risk for getting Candida albicans
F
are at HIGHER risk
Gallium Scan may require 24 hours, 48 hours, and possibly 72 hours for a
one hour scan.
T
A Gallium Scan is able to evaluate osteomyelitis
T
An informed and witnessed consent is not required prior to HIV Antibody
testing
F
consent IS required
HIV Antibody testing indicates that the mode of transmission of HIV is by
touching a person
F
by BODY FLUID RELATED
Lyme disease is transmitted to a person by a deer mouse bite.
F
by a deer TICK.
Rubella Antibody test can also be called the German Measles test.
T
The Schick test is a skin test that determines the degree of immunity to
diphtheria
T
The Schick test information indicates that there is no method to immunize
for diphtheria
F
Staphylococcus tests for Streptococcal infections
F
Children frequently have ‘strep throat’ conditions, which need careful
attention and should be cultured for the presence of streptococcal bacteria.
This can be tested in the Anti-Streptolysin O (Streptococcus) test
T
