#1
Which of the following is an example of a non-invasive medical intervention?
Physical therapy
ExplanationNon-invasive intervention focusing on physical rehabilitation.
#2
What does MRI stand for in medical imaging?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
ExplanationImaging technique utilizing magnetic fields and radio waves.
#3
Which imaging modality uses sound waves to create images of internal body structures?
Ultrasound
ExplanationMedical imaging technique utilizing sound waves.
#4
What is the primary goal of radiation therapy in cancer treatment?
To destroy cancer cells
ExplanationTreatment targeting and eliminating cancerous cells using radiation.
#5
What is the primary purpose of a splint in orthopedics?
To immobilize a fractured bone
ExplanationDevice used to immobilize and support fractured bones.
#6
Which of the following modalities is commonly used in pain management?
Acupuncture
ExplanationPain management technique involving the insertion of needles.
#7
What is the purpose of defibrillation in emergency medicine?
To restore normal heart rhythm
ExplanationProcedure to restore normal heart rhythm using electrical shock.
#8
What is the primary purpose of a stent in cardiology?
To widen narrowed arteries
ExplanationDevice used to expand narrowed arteries and improve blood flow.
#9
What is the purpose of a nebulizer in respiratory therapy?
To administer inhaled medication
ExplanationDevice used to deliver medication in aerosol form for respiratory treatment.
#10
Which of the following is a characteristic of laser therapy in medicine?
It delivers focused beams of light to target tissues
ExplanationMedical treatment using focused light beams for therapeutic purposes.
#11
Which of the following is a potential side effect of immunotherapy?
Allergic reaction
ExplanationAdverse reaction due to immunotherapy triggering immune response.
#12
What is the primary purpose of photodynamic therapy in oncology?
To induce apoptosis in cancer cells
ExplanationTreatment using light-sensitive drugs to kill cancer cells.
#13
What is the primary mechanism of action of immunomodulatory drugs?
Suppressing immune response
ExplanationMedications regulating and modulating immune system activity.