Test 3 Review

Question 1

Medulla

Answer 1

the inner layer of the kidney

Question 2

sigmoid colon

Answer 2

the fourth part of the large colon

Question 3

cystic fibrosis

Answer 3

a genetic disorder, in which there are large quantities of abnormally thick mucus in the lungs

Question 4

halitosis

Answer 4

the condition commonly known as bad breath

Question 5

ileectomy (know spelling)

Answer 5

the surgical removal of the ileum

Question 6

gallbladder

Answer 6

the structure that stores bile

Question 7

ileum

Answer 7

the last portion of the small intestine

Question 8

volvulus

Answer 8

the twisting of the intestine on itself that may cause an obstruction

Question 9

dysphagia

Answer 9

term that means difficulty breathing

Question 10

Purified protein derivative (PPD)

Answer 10

a diagnostic test used to screen for tuberculosis

Question 11

lithotripsy (know spelling)

Answer 11

the destruction of a kidney stone by ultrasonic waves travelling through water

Question 12

anastomosis

Answer 12

the surgical procedure that involves the creation of a connection between two hollow or tubular structures

Question 13

cystocele

Answer 13

the condition that involves an abnormal opening between the bladder and vagina

Question 14

anuria

Answer 14

the complete suppression of urine formation by the kidneys

Question 15

esophagogastroduodenoscopy

Answer 15

the visual examination of the esophagus, stomach and upper duodenum

Question 16

bolus

Answer 16

a mass of food that has been chewed and is ready to be swallowed

Question 17

anorexia nervosa

Answer 17

an eating disorder characterized by loss of appetite for food

Question 18

salmonella

Answer 18

a bacterial infection of the intestine transmitted by unpasteurized milk

Question 19

jaundice

Answer 19

a condition that results in yellow discoloration of the skin caused by excessive bilirubin in the blood

Question 20

hepatic

Answer 20

term meaning pertaining to the liver

Question 21

pyrosis

Answer 21

aka heart burn; discomfort due to the regurgitation of stomach acid upward along the esophagus

Question 22

hematemesis

Answer 22

condition of vomiting blood

Question 23

ileectomy

Answer 23

the surgical removal of the ileum

Question 24

urologist

Answer 24

a specialist in disorders of the urinary system

Question 25

catheterization

Answer 25

the insertion of a sterile tube through the urethra and into the urinary bladder

Question 26

colectomy

Answer 26

surgical removal of all or part of the colon

Question 27

gastroduodenostomy

Answer 27

the removal of the pylorus of the stomach and the establishment of an anastomosis between the upper portion of the stomach and the duodenum

Question 28

edentulous

Answer 28

means without teeth

Question 29

alimentary canal

Answer 29

aka the digestive system

Question 30

___________________ associated with snoring problems

Answer 30

enlargement of the uvula

Question 31

proctologist

Answer 31

specializes in disorders of the colon, rectum and anus

Question 32

mastication

Answer 32

aka chewing

Question 33

feces

Answer 33

solid body wastes expelled through the rectum and anus

Question 34

malabsorption

Answer 34

a condition in which the small intestine can’t absorb nutrients from food that passes through it

Question 35

HAV

Answer 35

hepatitis A Virus

Question 36

IBS

Answer 36

irritable bowel syndrome

Question 37

urethrostenosis

Answer 37

abnormal narrowing of the urethra

Question 38

CRC

Answer 38

colorectal carcinoma

Question 39

bronchorrhea

Answer 39

excessive flow of mucus

Question 40

jaundice is also known as

Answer 40

icterus

Question 41

hepatorrhaphy

Answer 41

surgical suturing of the liver

Question 42

cirrhosis

Answer 42

progressive degenerative liver disease

Question 43

xerostomia

Answer 43

aka dry mouth

Question 44

aka the common cold

Answer 44

acute nasopharyngitis