Your patient had surgery yesterday and the doctor asks you to check their sutures. What are you checking?

stitches used to close the wound or incision

The doctor's notes say to check vitals every 2 hours, noted as RR, BP, HR, O2 Sat, T, What are you recording?

Respiratory Rate, Blood Pressure, Pulse, Oxygen Saturation, Temperature

Mr. Long needs an EKG (Electrocardiogram). What does this test do?

records the heart's electrical activity through repeated cardiac cycles

The nurse practitioner prescribes an antibiotic for a 6 year old patient. He asks you what that is. You say?

It's a medication that fights infection caused by bacteria

A patient has MRSA, a contagious, antibiotic-resistant staph infection. The doctor orders isolation. This means?

separation of the patient to prevent spread.

Ms. Malcolm had to see a Gastroenterologist for enteritis. What is her condition?

Inflammation of the small intestine

requires an overnight stay in a hospital or other care setting

anything that can be done in a doctor’s office within a single day.

inflammation of the middle heart muscle

transitional phase of development between childhood and adulthood

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HOEP Medical Terminology

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What is the root word meaning breath?
Neuro
Pneumo
Pnea
Cardio
2
What does gerontology study?
Aging
Lungs
Skin
Heart
3
Jane has a cold sore caused by a virus. This is an example of a
Laceration
Hematoma
Suture
Lesion
4
Pulmonology is the study of the?
Muscles
Lungs
Pancrease
Nerves
5
What is the prefix meaning breath or lung?
Pneumo
Cardio
Pnea
Neuro
6
What does the abbreviation Tx stand for?
History
Treatment
Prescription
Diagnosis
7
Your patient had surgery yesterday and the doctor asks you to check their sutures. What are you checking?
bandage that keeps wound clean and dry
catheter which is inserted into a vein just below the skin
stitches used to close the wound or incision
flexible tube that drains urine from the bladder into a collection bag
8
Mikey fell off his bike and got a deep cut on his hand. This is an example of a
Suture
Hematoma
Lesion
Laceration
9
What does neurology study?
Skin
Nerves
Kidneys
Intestines
10
Swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body’s tissues
Isolation
Arthritis
Gastritis
Edema
11
film of bacteria that builds up on teeth and gums
Prostate
Pupil
Phalanges
Plaque
12
What does the root nephro mean?
Bladder
Nerve
Bone
Kidney
13
What does hematology study?
Lungs
Skin
Blood
Heart
14
A life-threatening condition that arises when the body’s response to infection causes injury to its tissues.
Sepsis
Sciatica
Scabies
Scoliosis
15
Mr. Marcus' blood pressure was 110/70. What is his diastolic pressure?
70
110/70
180
110
16
administration of a medication over time, starting with the least dosage required for improving the medical condition
Titration
Tapering
Upscaling
Dosing
17
Mr. Brown has been diagnosed with bronchitis for the 4th time this year. His illness is classified as
Long
Acute
Cancerous
Chronic
18
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
Hypertension
Hyperglycemia
Hypoglycemia
Hypotension
19
Which prefix means difficult?
An-
Hypo-
Hyper-
Dys-
20
Mr. Kiernan was diagnosed with dysuria. What does this mean?
Excessive urination
Painful urination
Minimal urination
Dark urine
21
Which root word means 'heart'?
Nephro
Cardio
Pulmo
Gastro
22
What does the prefix hyper mean?
Normal
None
Low
High
23
The process of exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide between the body and the environment
Exhalation
Isolation
Respiration
Inhalation
24
Mr. Park is having his wisdom teeth removed tomorrow. The surgeon orders NPO after midnight. What does this mean?
Not Prepared for Operation
No Pain In Mouth
Nothing By Mouth
Nil Per Oral
25
Which suffix means tumor?
-itis
-ologist
-ology
-oma
26
The doctor orders an antibiotic PO. What is the route of administration?
Through the skin
By mouth
In a muscle
Through the rectum
27
Any abnormal tissue or damage to a body part caused by disease or injury.
Lesion
Suture
Laceration
Hematoma
28
Inflammation of the gums(often caused by plaque build up)
Glossitis
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Hepatitis
29
Pneumonitis is
Water in the lungs
Inflammation of the lungs
Blood in the lungs
Itching of the lungs
30
Which prefix means without?
Hypo
Dys
Hyper
An/A
31
The doctor's notes say to check vitals every 2 hours, noted as RR, BP, HR, O2 Sat, T, What are you recording?
Recovery Response, Blood Pulse, Glucose, Range of motion, Time
Respiratory Rate, Blood Pressure, Pulse, Oxygen Saturation, Temperature
Blood Pressure, Motor Skills, Pulse, Eyesight
Respirations, Blood Sugar, Hand Range, Bone Density, Temperature
32
Mr. Long needs an EKG (Electrocardiogram). What does this test do?
uses sound waves to create images of the heart and nearby blood vessels
uses X-rays and a special dye to take images of the inside of blood vessels
measures the electrical activity of the brain
records the heart's electrical activity through repeated cardiac cycles
33
What does the prefix hypo mean?
High
None
Normal
Low
34
The nurse practitioner prescribes an antibiotic for a 6 year old patient. He asks you what that is. You say?
It's a medication that fights infection caused by bacteria
It's a medication used to relieve swelling
It's a medication used to relieve pain
It's a medication that fights infection caused by a virus
35
The organs and processes of the body that provide resistance to infection and toxins.
Integumentary System
Cardiovascular System
Immune System
Respiratory System
36
What does STAT mean?
Soon
Immediately
As needed
In 10 minutes
37
What is a dermatologist?
Cancer Specialist
Skin Specialist
Kidney Specialist
Heart Specialist
38
A patient has MRSA, a contagious, antibiotic-resistant staph infection. The doctor orders isolation. This means?
cold therapy
rapid or deep breathing exercises
the provision of fresh air to the room
separation of the patient to prevent spread.
39
Ms. Malcolm had to see a Gastroenterologist for enteritis. What is her condition?
Inflammation of the small intestine
Inflammation of the appendix
Inflammation of the stomach
Inflammation of the gallbladder
40
Inpatient care
specialized field that focuses on meeting the unique needs of older adults
requires an overnight stay in a hospital or other care setting
anything that can be done in your doctor’s office within a single day.
transitional phase of development between childhood and adulthood
41
Outpatient care is
transitional phase of development between childhood and adulthood
anything that can be done in a doctor’s office within a single day.
requires an overnight stay in a hospital or other care setting
specialized field that focuses on meeting the unique needs of older adults
42
When the heart relaxes measuring constant pressure in the arteries
Systolic Pressure
Diastolic Pressure
Blood Pressure
Gas Pressure
43
Professional who specializes in food and nutrition.
Dietician
Kinesiologist
Nephrologist
Cardiologist
44
What is Myocarditis?
a problem with the heart rhythm
inflammation of the inner lining of the heart
inflammation of the sac surrounding the heart
inflammation of the middle heart muscle
45
Mr. Cho has Rheumatoid Arthritis, arthritis that involves inflammation of the joints. To where might he be referred?
Oncologist
Hematologist
Rheumatology
Rheumatologist
46
Adolescence is
anything that can be done in your doctor’s office within a single day.
transitional phase of development between childhood and adulthood
specialized field that focuses on meeting the unique needs of older adults
requires an overnight stay in a hospital or other care setting
47
What is the root word meaning nerve?
Hemo
Neuro
Pulmo
Nephro
48
A deep cut or tear in the skin or flesh.
Lesion
Laceration
Hematoma
Suture
49
What is tachycardia?
Fast Heart Rate
Slow Breathing
Fast Breathing
Slow Heart Rate
50
a disease that cannot be cured or adequately treated and is expected to result in the death of the patient
Chronic illness
Edema
Terminal illness
Arthritis
51
Mr. Marcus' blood pressure was 110/70. What is his systolic pressure?
110/70
70
180
110
52
Which prefix means many or excessive?
Poly-
An-
Hyper-
Dys-
53
The doctor orders an antibiotic IM (Intramuscular). What is the route of administration?
In a vein
In a muscle
Through the skin
Through the rectum
54
Mr. Schmitt has orders for a CBC and CXR. What tests will he be getting?
Compressed Bone Scan and Computed Tomography
Complete Bone Count and Chest Compressions
Calcium Blood test and Chest Massage
Complete Blood Count and Chest X-ray
55
What is the medical term for low blood pressure?
Hypoglycemia
Hypertension
Hypotension
Hyperglycemia
56
Your patient has an order for 1.8cc of medication. Where do you fill the syringe?
Blue
Red
Green
Yellow
57
What is an oncologist?
Skin Specialist
Cancer Specialist
Heart Specialist
Kidney Specialist
58
The nurse wants you to record a patients BMI, Wt, and Hx. What are you recording?
Body Mass Index, Waste, Health
Bone Matrix, Water, Hospitality
Body Mass Index, Weight, History
Bone Density, Weight, Height
59
A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases by studying body tissues, fluids, and organs
Pathologist
Dietician
Nephrologist
Kinesiologist
60
Mrs. Edgar saw a Cardiologist after going to the emergency room for pericarditis. What is the nature of her condition?
inflammation of the middle heart muscle
a problem with the heart rhythm
inflammation of the sac surrounding the heart
inflammation of the inner lining of the heart
61
A medication comes as 30mg/3ml. Your order is for 15mg. How many ml do you measure.
1.5
2.5
1
3
62
What does the root word gastro refer to?
Kidneys
Heart
Stomach
Lungs
63
What does 'bradycardia' mean?
Fast heart rate
No heart rate
Normal heart rate
Slow heart rate
64
Your nurse manager has scheduled you for ACLS training. What type of training is this?
Airway Care and Life Saving
American Care Live Simulation
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Advanced Critical Life Algorithms
65
What is a Sphygmomanometer?
Stethoscope
Thermometer
Blood Pressure Cuff
Pulse Oximeter
66
Ms. Obrien was diagnosed with Neuritis–Inflammation of a nerve. What type of doctor might she see?
Ophthalmologist
Immunologist
Neurologist
Oncologist
67
What does the abbreviation Dx stand for?
Treatment
Diagnosis
Prescription
History
68
What does the abbreviation Rx stand for?
History
Treatment
Prescription
Diagnosis
69
Mr. Lucas was diagnosed with lupus- an autoimmune disease. What type of doctor might he see?
Immunologist
Neurologist
Oncologist
Ophthalmologist
70
The doctor orders an antibiotic IV (Intravenous). What is the route of administration?
Through the skin
In a muscle
In a vein
Through the rectum
71
Refers to a doctor who specializes in administering drugs or other agents to prevent or relieve pain during surgery.
Kinesiologist
Anesthesiologist
Pathologist
Nephrologist
72
Which suffix means 'study of'?
-ology
-itis
-oma
-ologist
73
A patient can only have 2300ml of fluid a day. They had 1000ml water, 800ml soup, 250ml milk. They can have 375ml more.
False
True
74
Geriatric care is
specialized field that focuses on meeting the unique needs of older adults
requires an overnight stay in a hospital or other care setting
anything that can be done in your doctor’s office within a single day.
transitional phase of development between childhood and adulthood
75
What does an Ophthalmologist treat?
Lungs
Bones
Ears
Eyes
76
Another CNA asks you to help him with his patient's ADLs. What will you be helping with?
Actvities of Daily Learning. i.e reading and writing
Assessment of Direct Language. i.e conversing with patient in his language
Acquiring Dirty Laundry. i.e washing linens and towels, changing bed.
Activities of Daily Living. i.e dressing, feeding, showering, mobility
77
Medical term for Inflammation of the membrane covering the eye
Cystitis
Carditis
Cholecystitis
Conjunctivitis
78
The suffix uria relates to?
Blood
Urine
Odor
Bile
79
The root word pulmo means?
Lung
Heart
Chest
Brain
80
Define dyspnea
Difficulty with language comprehension
Difficulty or labored breathing
Abnormal sensation
Difficulty swallowing
81
Ms. Li has anemia (a blood disorder). What type of doctor might she be referred to?
Cardiologist
Hematologist
Immunologist
Oncologist
82
When the heart contracts and forces blood into the arteries
Blood Pressure
Diastolic Pressure
Gas Pressure
Systolic Pressure
83
The doctor prescribes an analgesic PRN. How do you explain this to the patient so they understand?
A medication that fights bacterial infections, take twice a day
A medication that fights bacterial infections, take as needed
A medication used to relieve pain, take once a day
A medication used to relieve pain, take as needed
84
acute or chronic joint inflammation causing redness, swelling, heat, pain, and structural changes leading to disability
Arthralgia
Arthritis
Arthroscopy
Arthropathy
85
The action of forcing air out of the lungs
Isolation
Exhalation
Respiration
Inhalation
86
The likely outcome or course of a disease; the chance of recovery.
Osmosis
Diagnosis
Scoliosis
Prognosis
87
Mr. Po was diagnosed with polyuria. What does this mean?
Painful urination
Dark urine
Minimal urination
Excessive urination
88
Collection of blood outside blood vessels (commonly called a bruise)
Sarcoma
Glaucoma
Hematoma
Hematuria
89
Mr. Marks went to the Nephrologist to treat his nephritis. What is his condition?
inflammation of the brain
inflammation of the kidney
inflammation of the nerve
inflammation of the stomach
90
The identification of a disease or condition based on its signs, symptoms, and test results.
Prognosis
Diagnosis
Osmosis
Scoliosis
91
Which suffix means irregular enlargement of a body part or organ?
Oma
Atrophy
Megaly
Mastoid
92
A medication comes as 100mg per tablet. The order is for 0.1g. How many tablets do you give?
1.5 tablets
1 tablet
9 tablets
3 tablets
93
force exerted by the blood against the arterial walls when the heart contracts and relaxes
Blood Pressure
Pulse
Blood Gas
Heart Beat
94
Ms. Costello had a sudden onset of bronchitis that lasted for a short time. Her diagnosis was?
Acute Bronchitis
Chronic Bronchitis
Short Bronchitis
Sudden Bronchitis
95
Joe was diagnosed with carcinoma and dermatitis. What doctors might he see. Select 2.
Oncologist
Dermatologist
Dietitian
Nephrologist
96
As your lungs expand, air is sucked in through your nose or mouth
Respiration
Exhalation
Inhalation
Isolation
97
a type of care that focuses on the comfort and quality of life of people with a terminal illness and their families.
Bereavement Support
Direct Care
Indirect Care
Hospice
98
what does the suffix itis mean?
Pain
Bruising
Condition
Inflammation
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the structured hierarchy that orders are passed along
Chain of communication
Chain of hierarchy
Category of command
Chain of command
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the practice of gradually reducing the dosage of a medication to reduce or discontinue it
Titration
Tapering
Dosing
Downscaling

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