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  1. Allows visualization of the external canal of the ear and the middle ear.
    a. Sinus x-ray
    b. Otoscopy
    c. Venography
    d. Sinus endoscopy
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b. Otoscopy

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Done to remove accumulated fluid from the abdominal cavity for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Diagnoses infectious peritonitis. When fluid is drained it can relieve respiratory distress.

Paracentesis
Cerebrospinal Fluid Examination
Skin Culture
Pericardiocentesis
Schilling Test
Salmonella
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Paracentesis

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Used to diagnose meningitis and viral encephalitis.

Paracentesis
Cerebrospinal Fluid Examination
Skin Culture
Pericardiocentesis
Schilling Test
Salmonella
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Cerebrospinal Fluid Examination

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Testing of the blood or stool to detect Salmonella enteritidis.

Paracentesis
Cerebrospinal Fluid Examination
Skin Culture
Pericardiocentesis
Schilling Test
Salmonella
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Salmonella

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The removal of fluid from the pericardial sac. It can be done to remove accumulating fluid that causes pressure / compression. Fluid can be removed to examine for diagnostic purposes. Drug therapy can be administered directly to the site.

Paracentesis
Cerebrospinal Fluid Examination
Skin Culture
Pericardiocentesis
Schilling Test
Salmonella
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Pericardiocentesis

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Tests for increased number (out of the norm) of organisms. It may be used to confirm the presence of many possible conditions. Among these might be athlete’s foot, scabies, impetigo, warts, and more.

Paracentesis
Cerebrospinal Fluid Examination
Skin Culture
Pericardiocentesis
Schilling Test
Salmonella
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Skin Culture

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This tests determines if the patient is deficient in intrinsic factor.

Paracentesis
Cerebrospinal Fluid Examination
Skin Culture
Pericardiocentesis
Schilling Test
Salmonella
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Schilling Test

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  1. Evaluates and monitors esophageal capability. The pH of gastric acid and the pH of the esophagus are measured using a pH electrode. Evaluates and monitors gastroesophageal reflux.
    a. Esophageal Acidity Test
    b. Gastric Emptying Scan
    c. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    d. Gastric Acid Stimulation
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a. Esophageal Acidity Test

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A radiographic (x-ray) examination of the bile ducts. Contrast medium is injected intravenously and films are taken of the upper right quadrant at 20 minute intervals for 1 hour - or until the biliary ducts are visualized. Identifies stenosis, obstructions, and calculi of the common bile duct.

Candida Antibody 
Coccidioidomycosis Skin Test
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Gastric Emptying Scan
Cholangiography
Cholecystography
Gastroscopy
Kidney Stone Analysis
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Cholangiography

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Determines fungal infection caused by Candida albicans

Candida Antibody 
Coccidioidomycosis Skin Test
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Gastric Emptying Scan
Cholangiography
Cholecystography
Gastroscopy
Kidney Stone Analysis
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Candida Antibody

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Determines the presence of infection by the detection of Coccidioides immitis(a fungus).

Candida Antibody 
Coccidioidomycosis Skin Test
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Gastric Emptying Scan
Cholangiography
Cholecystography
Gastroscopy
Kidney Stone Analysis
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Coccidioidomycosis Skin Test

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An endoscopic procedure that allows direct visualization of the upper gastrointestinal tract. The esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (upper portion of the small intestine) is visualized for abnormalities.

Candida Antibody 
Coccidioidomycosis Skin Test
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Gastric Emptying Scan
Cholangiography
Cholecystography
Gastroscopy
Kidney Stone Analysis
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Esophagogastroduodenoscopy

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Examination of this stone content will determine the treatment.

Candida Antibody 
Coccidioidomycosis Skin Test
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Gastric Emptying Scan
Cholangiography
Cholecystography
Gastroscopy
Kidney Stone Analysis
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Kidney Stone Analysis

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This test measure the percentage of gastric emptying after 2 hours and 4 hours – after ingesting a meal that contains a radioactive isotope (to aid in visualization). A variety of gastrointestinal abnormalities can be detected with this test.

Candida Antibody 
Coccidioidomycosis Skin Test
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Gastric Emptying Scan
Cholangiography
Cholecystography
Gastroscopy
Kidney Stone Analysis
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Gastric Emptying Scan

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This is used for routine upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. The entire esophagus, stomach, and upper portion (proximal) of the duodenum are examined. Can evaluate dysphagia, dyspepsia, chronic abdominal pain, GI bleeding, and suspected polyps.

Candida Antibody 
Coccidioidomycosis Skin Test
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Gastric Emptying Scan
Cholangiography
Cholecystography
Gastroscopy
Kidney Stone Analysis
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Gastroscopy

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An x-ray examination of the gallbladder after oral ingestion of radiopaque dye. Diagnoses gallbladder disease, such as gallstones, gallbladder polyps, chronic cholecystitis. Determines if the cystic duct if patent prior to lithotripsy.

Candida Antibody 
Coccidioidomycosis Skin Test
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Gastric Emptying Scan
Cholangiography
Cholecystography
Gastroscopy
Kidney Stone Analysis
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Cholecystography

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  1. A Lung Scan is considered a nuclear medicine procedure.
    True
    False
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True

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  1. A fast way to diagnose hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
    a. Blood Glucose
    b. Iron
    c. Mantoux Skin Test
    d. Glucose Tolerance Test
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a. Blood Glucose

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  1. This test establishes whether the adrenals are responding to a synthetic ACTH – helping to differentiate adrenal disease from pituitary disease and hypothalamus disease.
    a. Mumps Antibody
    b. Parathyroid Scan
    c. Electromyography
    d. Adrenocorticotropic Hormone Stimulation
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d. Adrenocorticotropic Hormone Stimulation

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  1. A non- invasive diagnostic technique evaluating the liver and secondary surrounding areas of the gallbladder and diaphragm. It is an ultrasound that passes over the right upper quadrant of the abdomen. The test determines abnormalities of the liver, including the presence of cancer, hepatic fibrosis, and fatty infiltrates.
    a. Hepatobiliary Scan
    b. Liver scan
    c. Liver biopsy
    d. Fluoroscopy
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b. Liver scan

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  1. Serum iron testing assesses for iron levels in the blood. Evaluates suspected iron deficiencies or aids in diagnosing conditions characterized by abnormally high levels of iron.
    a. Iron
    b. Hemoglobin
    c. Estriol
    d. Ferritin
A

a. Iron

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  1. This hormone is produced by the ovary, placenta and adrenals in the female and by the adrenals and testes in the male.
    a. Progesterone
    b. Aldosterone
    c. Estrogen
    d. Testosterone
A

a. Progesterone

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  1. This test produces an x-ray of the venous system.
    a. Renal Angiogram
    b. Venography
    c. Lymphangiography
    d. Arteriography
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b. Venography

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This involves several tests: total T3, Total T4, free T4, T3 uptake and TSH

Thyroid Antibodies 
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Function
Thyroid Scan
Thyroxine 
Parathyroid Scan
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Thyroid Function

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Used to evaluate the size, shape, function and location of the thyroid gland.

Thyroid Antibodies 
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Function
Thyroid Scan
Thyroxine 
Parathyroid Scan
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Thyroid Scan

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Helps to determine the tissue type of thyroid cysts and tumours.

Thyroid Antibodies 
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Function
Thyroid Scan
Thyroxine 
Parathyroid Scan
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Thyroid Biopsy

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Used to confirm diagnoses related to the thyroid gland and to monitor disease activity.

Thyroid Antibodies 
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Function
Thyroid Scan
Thyroxine 
Parathyroid Scan
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Thyroid Antibodies

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A test to help diagnose for hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism and is a way to monitor thyroid replacement therapy and thyroid drugs.

Thyroid Antibodies 
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Function
Thyroid Scan
Thyroxine 
Parathyroid Scan
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Detects abnormalities of the parathyroid and surrounding structures.

Thyroid Antibodies 
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Function
Thyroid Scan
Thyroxine 
Parathyroid Scan
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Parathyroid Scan

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  1. Estriol is a specific type of estrogen hormone.
    True
    False
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  1. This test screens for kidney and urinary tract infections.
    a. Toxicology screening
    b. Parasite Screen
    c. Urinalysis
    d. Oncoscint Scan
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c. Urinalysis

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  1. A parasite screen is most efficiently done through urine testing.
    True
    False
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  1. Detects abnormalities of the parathyroid and surrounding structures. A special technique is used to separate normal thyroid activity from parathyroid abnormalities.
    a. Thyroid Function
    b. Thyroid Scan
    c. Thyroid Antibodies
    d. Parathyroid Scan
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d. Parathyroid Scan

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  1. If a person shows fatigue, lethargy, and pallor, this is the test that should be done to diagnose the cause.
    a. Iron
    b. Hemoglobin
    c. Ferritin
    d. Blood Glucose
A

b. Hemoglobin

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  1. Epstein-Barr Virus and Cytomegalovirus are both herpes viruses.
    True
    False
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  1. Renal Computed Tomography is able to evaluate benign or malignant diseases of the seminal vesicles.
    True
    False
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  1. A Thoracoscopy Scan is a non-invasive test used to visualize the pleura, pleural spaces and thoracic walls.
    True
    False
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  1. Monitors the oxygen saturation of arterial blood – noninvasively. The sensor is attached to the finger, earlobe, or toe – allowing measurement (through a complex method) of the oxygenated hemoglobin.
    a. Skin culture
    b. Pulmonary Artery Catheterization
    c. Arteriography
    d. Oximetry
A

d. Oximetry

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  1. Tests for the presence of blood in the stool as an indicator of gastrointestinal bleeding.
    a. Occult blood
    b. Oximetry
    c. Antibody Screen
    d. Lupus Panel Analyzer
A

a. Occult blood

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  1. A test for hemoglobin monitors blood loss and replacement but is not useful for diagnosing suspected anemia.
    True
    False
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  1. This test allows for the examination of the lower respiratory tract secretions.
    a. Sputum Culture
    b. Staphylococcus

c. Exophthalmometry
d. Upper Gastrointenstinal series

A

a. Sputum Culture

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  1. Obtaining a small amount of tissue to examine for malignancy, infection involving the pleura, diagnoses pleural fibrosis, and more.
    a. Nerve biopsy
    b. Spinal Nerve Root Thermography
    c. Pleural biopsy
    d. Electroneurography
A

c. Pleural biopsy

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  1. This test aids in the diagnosis of acute or chronic sinusitis.
    a. Candida Antibody
    b. Sinus x-ray
    c. Schilling Test
    d. Sinus Endoscopy
A

b. Sinus x-ray

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  1. Using an infrared device, this test records the temperature in areas of the body.
    a. Holter Monitoring
    b. Thermography
    c. Schick Test
    d. Spinal Nerve Root Thermography
A

b. Thermography

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  1. A catheter is threaded through an artery or a vein (in the upper groin or arm). It reaches the heart - then a radiographic dye is injected (called coronary angiogram). The dye outlines the heart, vessels, and registers the pressures across the heart valves. Measurement of pressures, oxygen saturation, and oxygen content are taken.
    a. Cardiac Nuclear Scan
    b. Cardiac Catheterization
    c. Pulmonary Artery Catheterization
    d. Computed Tomography, Chest
A

b. Cardiac Catheterization

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  1. The examination of the large intestine from the anus to the cecum. A flexible fiber-optic or video colonoscope is used.
    a. Colonoscopy
    b. Nephrotomography
    c. Small bowel series
    d. Parasite Screen
A

a. Colonoscopy

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  1. This bacteria (bacterium) can cause infections and illness even leading to a condition called septic shock.
    a. Coccidioidomycosis
    b. Salmonella
    c. Staphylococcus
    d. Streptococcus
A

c. Staphylococcus

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  1. A cross-sectional view of the chest. Allows for detection of small differences in tissue densities that can’t be seen on regular x-rays (conventional radiology). Can evaluate chest trauma, enlarge lymph nodes, pleural effusion, carcinomas.
    a. Parathyroid Scan
    b. Computed Tomography, Pancreas
    c. Lung Scan
    d. Computed Tomography, Chest
A

d. Computed Tomography, Chest

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  1. A Holter Monitor is a portable EEG machine worn by the patient which records the client’s cardiac electrical activity on tape.
    True
    False
50
Q
  1. Mediastinoscopy is an endoscopic procedure that allows visualization and biopsy of lymph nodes through a small substernal incision.
    True
    False
51
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  1. This aids in the diagnosis of head injury.
    a. Skull x-ray
    b. Nerve Conduction Studies
    c. Sleep Studies
    d. Electroencephalography
A

a. Skull x-ray

52
Q
  1. Cystography and Cystometry are similar tests, both using a contrast agent.
    True
    False
53
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  1. This test reflects the kidney’s ability to concentrate urine.
    a. Fluoroscopy
    b. Urinalysis
    c. Ferritin
    d. Urine Osmolality
A

d. Urine Osmolality

54
Q
  1. A breast biopsy can be obtained from fine needle aspiration; core biopsy; or stereotactic guidance under a local anesthetic.
    True
    False
55
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  1. This test is also known as a Barium Swallow.
    a. Toxicology Screening
    b. Gastroscopy
    c. Upper Gastrointestinal Series
    d. Barium Enema
A

c. Upper Gastrointestinal Series

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The process of taking a picture of an artery. A contrast medium is injected (via the femoral artery or brachial artery) to better visualize the artery.

Arteriography
Cardiac Radiography
Fluoroscopy
Arthrography
Coronary Ultrasonography
Nephrotomography
A

Arteriography

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Q

The visualization of a joint using radiographic study (x-ray) after the injection of a radiopaque substance into the joint. (Usually done on the shoulder or knee - but might be performed on the wrist, hip, ankle, and temporal-mandibular joint (TMJ)).

Arteriography
Cardiac Radiography
Fluoroscopy
Arthrography
Coronary Ultrasonography
Nephrotomography
A

Arthrography

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A non-invasive test that uses ultrasound waves to examine the heart’s position and size; pericardium and great vessels; valve and chamber movement; and blood flow velocity. There are two approaches possible - transthoracic or transesophageal.

Arteriography
Cardiac Radiography
Fluoroscopy
Arthrography
Coronary Ultrasonography
Nephrotomography
A

Coronary Ultrasonography

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Q

An imaging examination in which x-rays are taken through the client to a fluorescent viewing screen. The examiner is able to watch movement in the area being filmed – while the study (test) is in progress.

Arteriography
Cardiac Radiography
Fluoroscopy
Arthrography
Coronary Ultrasonography
Nephrotomography
A

Fluoroscopy

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Q

Radiographic assessment of the status of the heart and surrounding structures. Usually done in conjunction with a routine common chest x-ray. This test may be used to confirm placement of a central line; pulmonary artery catheters; temporary pacemaker wires; permanent pacemakers; and other invasive devices.

Arteriography
Cardiac Radiography
Fluoroscopy
Arthrography
Coronary Ultrasonography
Nephrotomography
A

Cardiac Radiography

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Q

An x-ray film of the kidney structures. A contrast medium may be used to provide more definition. This procedure provides clearer visualization since it can penetrate deep shadows.

Arteriography
Cardiac Radiography
Fluoroscopy
Arthrography
Coronary Ultrasonography
Nephrotomography
A

Nephrotomography

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Q

A surgical procedure (usually as an outpatient) that involves the removal of a small portion of a nerve for microscopic examination. It may identify abnormalities of the nerve or inflammatory nerve conditions.

Computed Tomography, Pancreas 
Nerve Conduction Studies
Rh-Typing
Prothrombin Time
Nerve Biopsy
Pulmonary Artery Catheterization
Partial Thromboplastin Time
Thorascopy Scan
A

Nerve Biopsy

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Q

A test to measure and record electrical activity in skeletal muscles at rest and during voluntary muscle contraction. Results aid in determining if abnormalities are due to lower motor neuron disease or those of muscle fiber.

Computed Tomography, Pancreas 
Nerve Conduction Studies
Rh-Typing
Prothrombin Time
Nerve Biopsy
Pulmonary Artery Catheterization
Partial Thromboplastin Time
Thorascopy Scan
A

Nerve Conduction Studies

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Q

Measures the pumping ability of the heart. It is used to diagnose a number of ailments associated with the heart and the surrounding vessels.

Computed Tomography, Pancreas 
Nerve Conduction Studies
Rh-Typing
Prothrombin Time
Nerve Biopsy
Pulmonary Artery Catheterization
Partial Thromboplastin Time
Thorascopy Scan
A

Pulmonary Artery Catheterization

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Q

Indicates the effectiveness of anticoagulation therapy and is a screening test for bleeding tendencies.

Computed Tomography, Pancreas 
Nerve Conduction Studies
Rh-Typing
Prothrombin Time
Nerve Biopsy
Pulmonary Artery Catheterization
Partial Thromboplastin Time
Thorascopy Scan
A

Partial Thromboplastin Time

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Q

Also known as ‘International Normalized Ratio (INR)’ this test is part of an anticoagulation screen done when a client shows signs and symptoms of bleeding.

Computed Tomography, Pancreas 
Nerve Conduction Studies
Rh-Typing
Prothrombin Time
Nerve Biopsy
Pulmonary Artery Catheterization
Partial Thromboplastin Time
Thorascopy Scan
A

Prothrombin Time

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Q

This is an operative procedure where a surgical incision is made to allow for insertion of a thorascope. The pleura, pleural spaces, thoracic walls, mediastinum, and pericardium are visualized. Biopsies and laser procedures can be done while the thorascope is in place

Computed Tomography, Pancreas 
Nerve Conduction Studies
Rh-Typing
Prothrombin Time
Nerve Biopsy
Pulmonary Artery Catheterization
Partial Thromboplastin Time
Thorascopy Scan
A

Thorascopy Scan

68
Q

Images cross sections of the tissue structures of the pancreas. Changes due to acute pancreatitis are clearly evident on CT. The extent of inflammation can be seen.

Computed Tomography, Pancreas 
Nerve Conduction Studies
Rh-Typing
Prothrombin Time
Nerve Biopsy
Pulmonary Artery Catheterization
Partial Thromboplastin Time
Thorascopy Scan
A

Computed Tomography, Pancreas

69
Q

The system of blood typing that identifies specific proteins on the surface of red blood cells.

Computed Tomography, Pancreas 
Nerve Conduction Studies
Rh-Typing
Prothrombin Time
Nerve Biopsy
Pulmonary Artery Catheterization
Partial Thromboplastin Time
Thorascopy Scan

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