Medical Terminology Exam 4 UPDATED
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Adrenal Glands - CORRECT ANSWER Glands located above the kidneys that produce
hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol.
Antibodies - CORRECT ANSWER Proteins produced by the immune system to
identify and neutralize foreign objects like bacteria and viruses.
Anticoagulant Medications - CORRECT ANSWER Drugs that prevent blood clotting,
used to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack.
Antigens - CORRECT ANSWER Substances that induce an immune response, often
found on the surface of pathogens.
Apnea - CORRECT ANSWER A temporary cessation of breathing, especially during
sleep.
Aura - CORRECT ANSWER A perceptual disturbance experienced by some
individuals before a migraine or seizure, often involving visual or sensory changes.
Barium - CORRECT ANSWER A contrast agent used in medical imaging to enhance
the visibility of the gastrointestinal tract.
Bilateral - CORRECT ANSWER Referring to both sides of the body or an organ.
Bradycardia - CORRECT ANSWER A slower than normal heart rate, typically defined
as fewer than 60 beats per minute.
Cephalgia - CORRECT ANSWER Medical term for headache.
, Cystoscopy - CORRECT ANSWER A procedure that allows a doctor to examine the
bladder and urethra using a thin tube with a camera.
Diabetes Mellitus - CORRECT ANSWER A group of diseases that result in high blood
sugar (too much glucose) due to insulin production issues.
Dysmenorrhea - CORRECT ANSWER Painful menstruation, often associated with
cramps.
Dysphagia - CORRECT ANSWER Difficulty swallowing.
Dyspnea - CORRECT ANSWER Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing.
Dysuria - CORRECT ANSWER Painful or difficult urination.
Endocrinologist - CORRECT ANSWER A doctor who specializes in the endocrine
system and its disorders.
Enteritis - CORRECT ANSWER Inflammation of the intestine, often caused by
infection.
Extracranial - CORRECT ANSWER Referring to structures outside the skull.
Extrahepatic - CORRECT ANSWER Referring to structures outside the liver.
Gastroenterologist - CORRECT ANSWER A physician specializing in the diagnosis
and treatment of digestive system disorders.
Hematemesis - CORRECT ANSWER Vomiting blood.
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Adrenal Glands - CORRECT ANSWER Glands located above the kidneys that produce
hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol.
Antibodies - CORRECT ANSWER Proteins produced by the immune system to
identify and neutralize foreign objects like bacteria and viruses.
Anticoagulant Medications - CORRECT ANSWER Drugs that prevent blood clotting,
used to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack.
Antigens - CORRECT ANSWER Substances that induce an immune response, often
found on the surface of pathogens.
Apnea - CORRECT ANSWER A temporary cessation of breathing, especially during
sleep.
Aura - CORRECT ANSWER A perceptual disturbance experienced by some
individuals before a migraine or seizure, often involving visual or sensory changes.
Barium - CORRECT ANSWER A contrast agent used in medical imaging to enhance
the visibility of the gastrointestinal tract.
Bilateral - CORRECT ANSWER Referring to both sides of the body or an organ.
Bradycardia - CORRECT ANSWER A slower than normal heart rate, typically defined
as fewer than 60 beats per minute.
Cephalgia - CORRECT ANSWER Medical term for headache.
, Cystoscopy - CORRECT ANSWER A procedure that allows a doctor to examine the
bladder and urethra using a thin tube with a camera.
Diabetes Mellitus - CORRECT ANSWER A group of diseases that result in high blood
sugar (too much glucose) due to insulin production issues.
Dysmenorrhea - CORRECT ANSWER Painful menstruation, often associated with
cramps.
Dysphagia - CORRECT ANSWER Difficulty swallowing.
Dyspnea - CORRECT ANSWER Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing.
Dysuria - CORRECT ANSWER Painful or difficult urination.
Endocrinologist - CORRECT ANSWER A doctor who specializes in the endocrine
system and its disorders.
Enteritis - CORRECT ANSWER Inflammation of the intestine, often caused by
infection.
Extracranial - CORRECT ANSWER Referring to structures outside the skull.
Extrahepatic - CORRECT ANSWER Referring to structures outside the liver.
Gastroenterologist - CORRECT ANSWER A physician specializing in the diagnosis
and treatment of digestive system disorders.
Hematemesis - CORRECT ANSWER Vomiting blood.
