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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| what is the waste product excreted by lungs ? | Carbon dioxide |
| what is the inner lining of the heart ? | Endocardium |
| What is the name of valve between the right atrium and ventricle of the heart ? | Tricuspid Valve (RIGHT) |
| What is the name of the valve between the left atrium and lower ventricle of the heart ? | Mitral Valve (LOWER LEFT) |
| When the septal wall is not fully developed between the ventricles causing a hole, it is referred to as what ? | Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) |
| Deoxygenated blood travels to the lungs through the what ? | Pulmonary Arteries |
| The area of the chest wall anterior to the heart and lower thorax is known as the what ? | Precordium |
| A disease in which the arterial walls become thickened and lose their elasticity, but atheromas are not present is called what ? | Arteriosclerosis (Hardening) |
| The amount of blood expelled from the left ventricle compared with the total volume filling the ventricle is called what ? | Ejection Fraction |
| Is the inability of the heart muscle to pump blood efficiently and blood backs up behind the failing pump ? | Congestive Heart Failure |
| A progressive disorder of the muscle of the heart is called ? | Cardiomyopathy |
| Is defined as paleness of the skin ? | Pallor |
| Is the natural pacemaker of the heart ? | Sinoatrial Node (SA Node) |
| Is defined as inflammation of the lining of the heart ? | Endocarditis (Inflammation) |
| Is known as open heart surgery in which a piece of blood vessel from another location is grafted onto one of the coronary arteries to reroute blood around a blockage ? | Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) |
| Is a device that uses low-energy electrical pulses to assist the heart when arrhythmias, tachycardia, or bradycardia occur ? | Cardiac Pacemaker |
| The type of hypertension caused by another disease is called what ? | Secondary Hypertension |
| A condition in which plaque or atheroma builds up in the arteries is called what ? | Atherosclerosis (Build Up) |
| Is the procedure in which ultrasonic waves are directed through the heart to study its structure and motion ? | Echocardiography |
| High blood pressure as a result of no identifiable cause is called what ? | Essential Hypertension |
| Injections of substances that close a vein and cause it to fade within a few weeks are called what ? | Sclerotherapy |
| Is known as the process of blood clotting ? | Coagulation (Clotting) |
| A DVT typically is diagnosed by what ? | Ultrasound |
| What condition occurs when there is a decrease in blood pressure within 3 minutes of standing up ? | Orthostatic Hypotension |
| What is the term that means chest pain ? | Angina |
| Means difficulty breathing ? | Dyspnea |
| Blood vessels branching from the aorta to carry oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscles are called what ? | Coronary Arteries |
| A congenital anomaly that consists of four defects is called what ? | Tetralogy of Fallot |
| What is another name for a heart attack ? | Myocardial Infarction (MI) |
| Swollen, twisted veins seen under the skin are known as what ? | Varicose Veins |
| Stopping bleeding is known as what ? | Hemostasis |
| What procedure widens narrowed blood vessels by expanding a small balloon at the site of blockage ? | Angioplasty |
| Universal Blood ? | AB (as written in your notes) |
| What type of anemia is caused by infections and certain medications and leads to a reduction in blood cell production ? | Aplastic Anemia |
| What is the most common type of leukemia in which there are too many lymphocytes and the person may not have symptoms ? | Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) |
| A condition that is an inherited deficiency of a coagulation factor is called what ? | Hemophilia |
| What is the medication classification of lisinopril ? | ACE (Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme) Inhibitor |
| What is the medication classification of amlodipine ? | Calcium Channel Blocker |
| Rosuvastatin ? | Cholesterol-Lowering Medication (Statin) |
| Tenormin ? | Beta Blocker |
| Lasix ? | Diuretic |
| Inderal ? | Beta Blocker |
| Vitamin K ? | Hemostatic |
| Cozaar ? | Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist (ARB) |
| Infants have narrow airways with a short and softer trachea and tend to breathe through their noses. Infants are abdominal breathers and have immature muscles, meaning fatigue with breathing difficulty can set in quickly. | Both Statements are Correct |
| What is abnormal enlargement of the distal phalanges as a result of diminished oxygen in the blood? | Clubbing |
| A respiratory infection also called whooping cough is called what? | Pertussis |
| What is the bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes that is caused by the lack of oxygen in the blood? | Cyanosis (Blue Color) |
| Is defined as inflammation of the bronchi that can be acute or chronic? | Bronchitis |
| Is defined as inflammation of the throat? | Pharyngitis |
| What is the term for the structure that separates the nostrils? | Nasal Septum |
| Individuals who consistently test positive on TB skin screening but are asymptomatic and not infectious are in which stage of TB? | Latent TB Infection |
| What condition causes inflammation of the larynx and causes a harsh, bark-like cough? | Croup |
| The process of exhaling is called what? | Expiration |
| An abnormal condition of coal dust in the lung is called what? | Black Lung Disease |
| What substance coats the alveolus to prevent it from collapsing? | Surfactant |
| What inherited disorder causes mucus to build up in the lungs, pancreas, and other organs and increases the person's risk of infection? | Cystic Fibrosis |
| Inflammation of the sinuses is called what? | Sinusitis |
| What respiratory disorder is a chronic disease that causes bronchospasms, airway swelling, and mucus that clogs the airways? | Asthma |
| A bacterial respiratory infection characterized by sore throat, fever, and headache is called what? | Diphtheria |
| This classification of medication relieves local congestion in nasal and sinus tissues? | Decongestant |
| Is defined as an exchange of gases between the cells in the body and blood? | Internal Respiration |
| Is a test to diagnose cystic fibrosis? | Sweat Test |
| What is the medication classification that relieves allergies? | Antihistamines |
| The trachea lies in the space between the lungs called what? | Mediastinum |
| What is the medication classification of diphenhydramine (Benadryl)? | Antihistamine |
| What is the medication classification of pseudoephedrine (Sudafed)? | Decongestant |
| Cigarette smokers are likely to develop what? | Lung Cancer, Strokes, Heart Disease |
| Is defined as inflammation in the voice box? | Laryngitis |
| The test that measures the amount of air moving in and out of the lungs is called what? | Spirometry |
| Is the process of oxygen moving from the atmosphere into the alveoli? | Inspiration |
| Is the insertion of an instrument through the mouth to visualize the trachea and bronchi? | Bronchoscopy |
| Is the term for nostrils? | Nares |
| What can cause pneumonia? | Streptococcus pneumoniae, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Haemophilus influenzae, Pneumocystis |
| A patient suspected of having cancer of the lungs shows symptoms of what? | Fatigue, Weight Loss, Chest Pain, Cough with Hemoptysis |
| Is a blood test to help diagnose tuberculosis? | QuantiFERON-TB Gold Plus Test |
| The classification of medication that destroys or inhibits the growth and reproduction of viruses. What is the classification? | Antivirals |
| What is the medication classification of fluticasone (Flovent HFA)? | Corticosteroid (Nasal and Inhaled) |
| Is inspiratory auscultatory sounds resembling cracking or popping sounds caused by fluid in the airway or alveoli? | Rales (Crackles) |
| As a person ages, the diaphragm grows weaker. The respiratory muscles become weaker and there is an increase in tissue elasticity. TRUE OR FALSE? | Both Statements are Incorrect |
| What is the medication classification of phenylephrine (Sudafed PE)? | Decongestant |
| Is the term for the middle part of the throat that is posterior to the mouth? | Oropharynx |
| What is the term for difficulty breathing? | Dyspnea |
| Air or gas in the pleural space, causing the lung to collapse, is called what? | Pneumothorax |
| The classification of medication that blocks the action of substances that cause asthma and allergic rhinitis. What is the classification? | Leukotriene Receptor Antagonists |
| Is the structure that connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx? | Eustachian Tube |
| What is another term for difficulty breathing? | Shortness of Breath |
| Is a test in which a blood specimen is collected from the artery in the wrist and the pH, carbon dioxide (CO2), and oxygen (O2) levels are measured? | ABG (Arterial Blood Gas) |
| What are the signs and symptoms of asthma? | Coughing and Wheezing |
| What is the medication classification of budesonide (Rhinocort)? | Corticosteroid (Nasal and Inhaled) |
| Is aspiration of fluid from the pleural space? | Thoracentesis |
| A condition of greater-than-normal carbon dioxide in the blood is called what? | Hypercapnia |
| A high-pitched inspiratory sound due to a blockage in the upper airway is called what? | Stridor |
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