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Recognition and Interpretation of Physical Symptoms Quiz

#1

Which of the following is a common symptom of influenza?

Sore throat
Explanation

Commonly presents with sore throat.

#2

Which of the following is a symptom commonly associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

Persistent cough
Explanation

Often accompanied by persistent coughing.

#3

Which of the following is a common symptom of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?

Abdominal pain
Explanation

Commonly presents with abdominal pain.

#4

Which of the following is a common symptom of dehydration?

Excessive thirst
Explanation

Commonly presents with excessive thirst.

#5

Which of the following is a common symptom of a concussion?

Blurred vision
Explanation

Often accompanied by blurred vision.

#6

Which term refers to the ringing sensation in the ears?

Tinnitus
Explanation

Refers to ringing in the ears.

#7

What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?

Dyspnea
Explanation

Medical term for difficulty breathing.

#8

What is the medical term for excessive sweating?

Diaphoresis
Explanation

Medical term for excessive sweating.

#9

Which of the following is a classic symptom of anaphylaxis?

Low blood pressure (hypotension)
Explanation

Classic symptom includes low blood pressure.

#10

What term refers to the sensation of spinning or dizziness?

Vertigo
Explanation

Refers to sensation of spinning or dizziness.

#11

What is the medical term for a severe headache that feels like a throbbing pain on one side of the head?

Migraine
Explanation

Medical term for severe headache.

#12

What term is used to describe the inability to fall or stay asleep?

Insomnia
Explanation

Refers to inability to sleep.

#13

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of a heart attack?

Frequent urination
Explanation

Not typically associated with heart attacks.

#14

What is the term for the sudden loss of consciousness and postural tone followed by spontaneous recovery?

Syncope
Explanation

Refers to sudden loss of consciousness.

#15

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of hypothyroidism?

Heat intolerance
Explanation

Heat intolerance is not typically associated with hypothyroidism.

#16

What is the term for sudden, severe episodes of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart?

Angina pectoris
Explanation

Describes sudden, severe chest pain.

#17

Which of the following is NOT a symptom commonly associated with asthma?

Fever
Explanation

Fever is not typically associated with asthma.

#18

What is the term for a sudden, involuntary contraction of a muscle or group of muscles?

Spasm
Explanation

Refers to sudden muscle contraction.

#19

What is the term for difficulty swallowing?

Dysphagia
Explanation

Medical term for difficulty swallowing.

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