Human Body
What is the largest organ in the human body
Skin
A patient experiences fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath, and low hemoglobin levels. What condition should be suspected?
Anemia
A patient develops hives and difficulty breathing after eating peanuts. What severe allergic emergency should be suspected?
Anaphylaxis
What does the abbreviation CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
What is the medical term for an abnormally fast heart rate greater than 100 beats per minute in adults?
Tachycardia
Which vitamin is essential for proper blood clotting and is affected by warfarin?
Vitamin K
What respiratory disease causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, often leading to wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath?
Asthma
A patient reports frequent urination, excessive thirst, and unexplained weight loss. What disease should be suspected?
Diabetes mellitus
What blood type is considered the universal red blood cell donor?
O negative
What does SBAR stand for in healthcare communication?
Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation
which part of the brain is primarily responsible for balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
What disease involves reduced bone density and increased fracture risk?
Osteoporosis
A patient has facial drooping, arm weakness, and slurred speech. What emergency should be suspected?
Stroke
What does HIPAA stand for?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
What is the medical term for dizziness or fainting caused by a drop in blood pressure when standing up?
Orthostatic hypotension
What are the three types of muscle tissue found in the human body?
Skeletal muscle, cardiac muscle, and smooth muscle.
What autoimmune disease commonly causes symmetrical inflammation of joints, particularly in the hands?
Rheumatoid arthritis
An older adult falls, experiences severe hip pain, and cannot bear weight. What injury should be suspected?
Hip fracture
What does the abbreviation BMI stand for?
Body Mass Index
A patient presents with fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, and sensitivity to light. What potentially life-threatening condition should be suspected?
Meningitis
Which electrolyte plays a central role in triggering skeletal muscle contraction?
Calcium
A patient has fever, hypotension, confusion, and suspected infection. What life-threatening syndrome should the healthcare team consider?
Sepsis (with possible septic shock)
A patient develops sudden chest pain, shortness of breath, and tachycardia after prolonged immobility. What life-threatening condition is a major concern?
Pulmonary embolism
What was the first human disease to be eradicated worldwide through vaccination?
Smallpox
A patient presents with confusion, rapid breathing, dehydration, and a fruity odor on their breath. What life-threatening diabetic complication should be suspected?
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)