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Dr.Manor CH.11-12
Medical Terminology for Health Professions: Eyes, Ears & Skin
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which term describes the sense of whirling, dizziness, and the loss of balance? | Vertigo |
| Which Term describes a defect in the right or left half of the visual field? | Hemianopsia |
| Which condition is also known as farsightedness? | Hyperopia |
| Which term means an abnormal discharge from the ear? | Otopyorrhea |
| Which hearing loss is progressive and associated with aging? | Presbycusis |
| Which condition is characterized by the outward deviation of one eye relative to the other? | Exotropia |
| Which term describes the buildup of pus within the middle ear? | Purulent otitis media |
| Which term means the appendages or accessory structures of an organ? | Adnexa |
| Which procedure provides temporary protection when the eyelids are paralyzed? | Tarsorrhaphy |
| Which condition is also known as double vision? | Diplopia |
| Which diagnostic test is used to measure hearing? | Audiometry |
| Which term describes reattachment of a detached retina by using a laser? | Retinopexy |
| Which diagnostic test is used to measure hearing? | Tonometry |
| Which term means a surgical incision into the eardrum to create an opening for the placement of tympanostomy tubes? | Myringotomy |
| Which abbreviation means right eye? | OD |
| Which term describes the fibrous tissue outer layer of the eye? | Sclera |
| Laser _____ is used to treat closed-angle glaucoma. | Iridotomy |
| Which term describes a condition of involuntary, constant, rhythmic movement of the eyeball? | Nystagmus |
| Which term describes the process whereby the eyes make adjustments for seeing objects at various distances? | Accommodation |
| Which term describes the region where vision is sharpest on the retina? | Macula |
| Which term describes a condition characterized by increased intraocular pressure resulting in damage to the optic nerve? | Glaucoma |
| Which structures of the ear are important in maintaining equal atmospheric pressure within the middle ear? | Eustachian tubes |
| Which term describes the angle where the upper and lower eyelids meet? | Canthus |
| Which term means inflammation of the tympanic membrane? | Myringitis |
| Which substance produces itching when released in response to allergens? | Histamine |
| Pediculosis _____ is an infestation with body lice. | Corporis |
| Which term describes the tissue layer directly below the epidermis? | Corium |
| A _____ is an abnormal passage from an internal organ to the body surface. | Fissure |
| Which term means any disorder of the pigmentation of the skin or hair? | Albinism |
| Which skin condition responds to laser treatment? | Rhinophyma |
| An _____ biopsy is performed using cells scraped from the tissue. | Exfoliative |
| Which term describes the narrow band of epidermis attached to the surface of the nail just in front of the root? | |
| Which condition is a flat, persistent, dark-red birthmark made of pigmented cells? | Port-wine stain |
| Which term means excessive sweating? | Hidrosis |
| Which term describes a large blister that is more than 0.5 centimeter in diameter? | Bulla |
| Which term describes the surgical procedure of taking tucks in a structure to shorten it? | Rhytidectomy |
| Which term describes a diffuse infection of connective tissue? | Cellulitis |
| Which term describes flaking or a dry patch made up of an excess of dead epidermal cells? | Scale |
| Which term is commonly known as itching? | Pruritus |
| Which condition is an autoimmune disorder that causes abnormal tissue thickening? | Scleroderma |
| Which term means a localized collection of pus within a circumscribed area? | Abscess |
| A _____-degree burn involves damage to the epidermis, corium, and subcutaneous layers. | Third |
| Which term describes a contagious superficial pyoderma caused by staphylococci and streptococci? | Psoriasis |
| Which term describes the change in nails that is often an indication of iron deficiency anemia? | Spoon nail |
| Which condition involves tissue death that is usually associated with a loss of circulation? | Gangrene |
| Which form of skin cancer spreads quickly to other body systems? | Squamous cell carcinoma |
| Which procedure is used to treat spider veins? | Sclerotherapy |
| Which condition is an autoimmune disorder that is characterized by a red, scaly rash on the face and upper trunk? | Lupus erythematosus |
| Which term describes an injury that does not break the skin? | Contusion |
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