#1
Which of the following is NOT a diagnostic procedure?
Echocardiogram
ExplanationEchocardiogram is a diagnostic tool for assessing heart structure and function.
#2
What does an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) measure?
Heart rate and rhythm
ExplanationECG measures the electrical activity of the heart, indicating heart rate and rhythm.
#3
What does an endoscopy examine?
Stomach and intestines
ExplanationEndoscopy visually examines the interior of the stomach and intestines for diagnostic purposes.
#4
Which of the following is a common imaging technique for examining the brain?
MRI
ExplanationMRI is a common imaging technique for detailed examination of the brain's internal structures.
#5
Which imaging technique uses sound waves to create images of the body's internal structures?
Ultrasound
ExplanationUltrasound utilizes sound waves to produce images of internal structures.
#6
What is the purpose of a biopsy?
To examine a tissue sample
ExplanationBiopsy involves examining a tissue sample to diagnose or understand a medical condition.
#7
What does a spirometer measure?
Lung function
ExplanationSpirometer measures lung function by assessing the volume and flow of inhaled and exhaled air.
#8
Which of the following is a common test used to diagnose diabetes?
Glucose tolerance test
ExplanationGlucose tolerance test assesses the body's ability to process sugar, aiding in diabetes diagnosis.
#9
What is a Holter monitor used for?
To monitor heart rhythm over a period of time
ExplanationHolter monitor tracks heart rhythm continuously over a period, aiding in diagnosing irregularities.
#10
Which of the following is a non-invasive medical monitoring procedure?
MRI
ExplanationMRI is a non-invasive procedure for detailed imaging without surgery or penetration.
#11
Which imaging technique uses radioactive substances to visualize and assess the function of organs or tissues?
PET scan
ExplanationPET scan employs radioactive tracers to visualize organ or tissue function.
#12
What is the purpose of a lumbar puncture (spinal tap)?
To analyze cerebrospinal fluid
ExplanationLumbar puncture extracts cerebrospinal fluid for analysis, aiding in neurological diagnosis.
#13
What is the purpose of a tilt table test?
To evaluate heart rate and blood pressure response to changes in posture
ExplanationTilt table test assesses heart rate and blood pressure changes with variations in posture.
#14
Which imaging technique uses a radioactive tracer to create images of the brain?
PET scan
ExplanationPET scan employs a radioactive tracer to create detailed images of the brain's activity and structure.