#1
Which of the following is a vital sign?
Blood pressure
ExplanationIndicator of circulatory health
#2
What is auscultation in a medical examination?
Listening to internal body sounds with a stethoscope
ExplanationDiagnostic technique
#3
In medical terms, what does 'CBC' stand for?
Complete Blood Count
ExplanationBlood test type
#4
Which of the following is a common method for measuring body temperature?
Thermometer
ExplanationTemperature measurement device
#5
What is the purpose of the 12-lead ECG (Electrocardiogram) in medical assessment?
Evaluating heart rhythm and electrical activity
ExplanationHeart function assessment
#6
What does SOAP stand for in medical documentation?
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
ExplanationOrganized documentation format
#7
Which imaging technique uses magnetic fields and radio waves to generate detailed images of the body's internal structures?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
ExplanationNon-invasive imaging method
#8
Which of the following is an example of a subjective symptom reported by a patient?
Feeling anxious
ExplanationPatient-reported feeling
#9
What is the purpose of a peak flow meter in respiratory assessment?
Monitoring peak expiratory flow
ExplanationRespiratory function assessment
#10
What is the primary purpose of the Snellen chart in a medical eye examination?
Evaluating visual acuity
ExplanationVisual acuity assessment tool
#11
What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) in medical assessment?
Evaluating consciousness and neurological function
ExplanationNeurological assessment tool
#12
In pharmacology, what does the term 'half-life' refer to?
Time taken for half of the drug to be eliminated from the body
ExplanationDrug metabolism parameter
#13
Which organ is primarily responsible for metabolizing drugs in the human body?
Liver
ExplanationDrug metabolism organ
#14
What does the term 'polypharmacy' refer to in the context of medication management?
Taking multiple medications simultaneously
ExplanationMultiple drug usage
#15
What is the purpose of the Glasgow Outcome Scale (GOS) in medical assessment?
Evaluating cognitive function after head injury
ExplanationAssessment of cognitive function