#1
What does the medical term 'MRI' stand for?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
ExplanationImaging technique using magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of the body's internal structures.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a type of diagnostic imaging technique?
EEG
ExplanationEEG (Electroencephalography) is a technique used to record electrical activity in the brain, not imaging.
#3
What is the medical term for the surgical repair of a joint?
Arthroplasty
ExplanationSurgical procedure involving the reconstruction or replacement of a damaged joint.
#4
Which of the following terms refers to inflammation of the liver?
Hepatitis
ExplanationMedical condition characterized by inflammation of the liver.
#5
Which medical term refers to the surgical removal of the appendix?
Appendectomy
ExplanationSurgical procedure involving the removal of the appendix.
#6
What is echocardiography primarily used for?
Imaging the heart
ExplanationUltrasound technique primarily used to visualize the heart's structure and function.
#7
Which imaging technique utilizes sound waves to produce images of the body's internal structures?
Ultrasound
ExplanationUltrasound uses sound waves to create images of organs and tissues inside the body.
#8
Which of the following terms refers to the surgical removal of a kidney?
Nephrectomy
ExplanationSurgical procedure involving the removal of one or both kidneys.
#9
What does the term 'arthroscopy' involve?
Imaging the joints
ExplanationMinimally invasive surgical procedure to visualize, diagnose, and treat problems inside a joint.
#10
What does the term 'colonoscopy' primarily involve?
Imaging the colon
ExplanationEndoscopic examination of the large intestine and the rectum for abnormalities.
#11
What does the term 'angiography' refer to?
Imaging of the blood vessels
ExplanationMedical imaging technique to visualize blood vessels in various parts of the body.
#12
What is a 'barium swallow' used to diagnose?
Esophageal disorders
ExplanationDiagnostic test using barium contrast to examine the esophagus for abnormalities.
#13
Which imaging technique is commonly used to examine the brain for abnormalities such as tumors?
MRI
ExplanationMRI is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of the brain.
#14
What is the medical term for a surgical incision into the skull?
Craniotomy
ExplanationSurgical procedure involving the removal of a portion of the skull to access the brain.
#15
What is the medical term for the surgical repair of a blood vessel?
Angioplasty
ExplanationSurgical procedure to repair or widen a narrowed or obstructed blood vessel.