Medical Examination and Diagnostic Techniques Quiz

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#1

Which diagnostic technique uses sound waves to create images of internal body structures?

MRI
CT scan
Ultrasound
X-ray
#2

Which of the following is a non-invasive technique commonly used to visualize the blood vessels and blood flow in the body?

Angiography
Endoscopy
Doppler ultrasound
Colonoscopy
#3

What is the purpose of an echocardiogram in cardiac examinations?

To measure blood pressure
To assess lung function
To visualize the heart's structure and function
To evaluate kidney function
#4

Which imaging technique is commonly used for evaluating the function and structure of the kidneys?

CT scan
MRI
Ultrasound
Intravenous pyelogram (IVP)
#5

Which diagnostic test is commonly used to evaluate thyroid function?

Liver function tests (LFTs)
Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test
Complete blood count (CBC)
Cardiac stress test
#6

What does the acronym ECG stand for in the context of medical examinations?

Electronic Cardio Graph
Electro Convulsive Growth
Electrocardiogram
Endoscopic Chest Guidance
#7

In blood pressure readings, what does the top number (systolic) represent?

Pressure when the heart is at rest
Pressure during heartbeats
Diastolic pressure
Blood volume
#8

What is the purpose of a Pap smear in gynecological examinations?

To detect breast cancer
To screen for cervical cancer
To assess ovarian function
To evaluate uterine fibroids
#9

Which medical imaging technique is primarily used to examine soft tissues and is particularly effective in detecting brain abnormalities?

X-ray
MRI
CT scan
PET scan
#10

Which diagnostic test is commonly used to diagnose conditions such as HIV and hepatitis?

Complete blood count (CBC)
Western blot
Lumbar puncture
Pap smear
#11

Which imaging technique combines X-rays with computer technology to produce detailed cross-sectional images of the body?

Ultrasound
PET scan
CT scan
MRI
#12

What is the purpose of a lumbar puncture in a medical examination?

To measure blood pressure
To collect cerebrospinal fluid
To assess lung function
To examine kidney function
#13

In the context of diabetes management, what does HbA1c measure?

Blood pressure levels
Average blood glucose over time
Cholesterol levels
Insulin sensitivity
#14

Which of the following is a common method used to assess bone density and diagnose osteoporosis?

Arthroscopy
Mammography
DEXA scan
Electroencephalography
#15

Which diagnostic imaging technique is based on the detection of radioactively labeled substances injected into the body?

X-ray
Ultrasound
MRI
PET scan

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