Medical Terminology and Healthcare Practices Quiz

Imaging technique using magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of internal structures.

BMI is a measure of body fat based on height and weight, not a vital sign like temperature or blood pressure.

Red blood cells transport oxygen from the lungs to body tissues and carbon dioxide from tissues to the lungs for exhalation.

Branch of medicine specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the ears, nose, and throat.

Condition characterized by a lack of red blood cells or hemoglobin, resulting in fatigue, weakness, and other symptoms.

The thyroid gland is part of the endocrine system, not the urinary system responsible for filtering waste from the blood and producing urine.

Condition characterized by elevated blood pressure in the arteries, leading to increased risk of heart disease and stroke.

Emergency procedure involving chest compressions and rescue breaths to revive someone whose heart has stopped.

Erythrocytes, or red blood cells, are responsible for carrying oxygen, not part of the body's immune response like white blood cells.

Temporary loss of consciousness caused by a drop in blood flow to the brain, often referred to as fainting.

Inflammation of the bronchial tubes, often resulting from infection or irritation, leading to coughing and difficulty breathing.

While diabetes can lead to high blood pressure, it is not typically considered a primary symptom of the condition.

Inflammation of the appendix, a small pouch attached to the large intestine, typically requiring surgical removal.

While the liver plays a role in blood sugar regulation, insulin production occurs in the pancreas.

Refractive error of the eye where distant objects appear blurry while close objects can be seen clearly.

Medical condition where the spine curves sideways, often developing during adolescence and potentially causing pain and other problems.

Cancer of the blood or bone marrow, characterized by the overproduction of abnormal white blood cells.