Medical Terminology
What does the medical term "Melena" describe?
"Melena" describes dark, tarry, foul smelling stool resulting from gastrointestinal bleeding.
What Fluid is known as a Plasma Volume Expander?
Hextend: Colloid; synthetic starch resembling human glycogen (Not a blood or plasma substitute)
*Increases arterial and venous pressure, heart rate etc...*
What two types of nerves make up the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)?
Sensory Nerves: Sends information throughout body to brain.
Motor Nerves: Sends information from brain throughout body.
What is another term for "shock"?
Hypoperfusion- The body's inability to adequately circulate blood to the body's cells to supply them with oxygen and nutrients.
What are the Five Techniques of dealing with Sexual Harassment?
1. Direct Approach
2. Indirect Approach
3. Third Party
4. Chain of Command
5. Filing a Formal Complaint
What autoimmune condition appears on the skin in patches of thick, red, scaly skin?
Plaque Psoriasis
What does the suffix "megaly" mean?
Ex: Hepatomegaly (abnormal enlargement of the liver)
Ex: Cardiomegaly (abnormal enlargement of the heart)
What is the generic name for Zyrtec? What Category of meds does Zyrtec fall under?
Zyrtec: Cetirizine
Category: Antihistamines
What are two organs that are located in the Right Upper Quadrant (RUQ)?
The RUQ contains the liver, Gallbladder, portions of the stomach, and the major blood vessels.
Name 3 types of Shock?
(Note: Not Compensated or Decompensated)
Hypovolemic Shock- Blanket term (can be used on burn or crush injuries where plasma is lost/ severe dehydration.
Hemorrhagic Shock- Uncontrolled Bleeding
Cardiogenic Shock- Myocardial Infarction, Develops from inadequate pumping of blood by the heart.
Neurogenic Shock- May result from uncontrolled dilation of the blood vessels from nerve paralysis caused by spinal cord injuries. (Note: No actual blood loss, dilation increases the circulatory systems capacity to the point the available blood can no longer fill it)
What DA form is used to record a counseling session?
DA form 4856
What is Tinea Cruris often refered to?
Jock Itch
Identify the Root Word and Suffix in the word "Encephalitis"? What does each part of the word mean?
Root Word: Encephal/o - Brain
Suffix: itis - inflammation
Encephalitis- inflammation of the brain
Antibiotics are not effective on what?
How many bones does the Adult Skeletal System consists of?
The Adult Skeletal System consists of 206 bones.
What is the difference in symptoms between Shock and Cushing's Triad?
Cushing's Triad: Hypertension, Bradycardia, and irregular respirations (decreased)
Shock: Decreased Blood Pressure, Increased Heart Rate(compensated), Increased respirations (compensated)
What does AR 710-2 cover?
Command Supply Discipline Program
What is known as the "study of substances that interact with living organisms through chemical processes".
Pharmacology
What happens during Cushing's Triad/ What is it indicative of?
Bradycardia- low heart rate
Hypertension- Increased Systolic BP
Irregular Respirations- Decreased Respirations
Cushing's Triad is indicative of Intercranial Pressure
What is the dose and rate in which Narcan is given?
0.4mg-2mg slow IVP over 1-2 minutes
(may need to be repeated 3-4 times)
Name two elements of the Appendicular Skeleton?
The Appendicular Skeleton includes the skeletal elements within the limbs, as well as bones of the shoulder girdle and the pelvic girdle.
Hint *skeleton of vertebrates consisting of the bones that support the appendages*
What are two other alternatives to bleeding control other than applying pressure (packing wound), or applying a tourniquet?
-Splinting: Stabilizing the injury helps prevent further injury to the tissue or vessels.
-Cold Application: Cold minimizes swelling and reduces the bleeding by constricting the blood vessels. (Note: Never apply Ice or Cold Packs directly to skin. Can cause frostbite and further tissue damage)
What does JSLIST stand for?
Joint Service Lightweight Integrated Suit Technology
What are the three veins called located in the antecubital space?
- Median Cubital Vein: First choice, well supported, least likely to roll
-Cephalic Vein: Second Choice
-Basilic Vein: Third Choice, prominent but most likely to roll
What does HIPAA stand for?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
What is a Teratogenic drug used for?
What are the 4 components that make up the Axial Skeleton?
The Axial Skeleton Includes the Skull, Spinal Column, Sternum, and Ribs.
Hint *Axial relates to the central part of the body*
Systolic pressure in adults is generally assumed to be at least what in the femoral Artery?
At least 70mmHg
How many classes of supply are there? Name the first 5 of them.
1. Food, Rations and Water...
2. Clothing, Tents, Individual Equipment etc..
3. Petroleum fuels, lubricants etc...
4. Construction Materials...
5. Ammunition...
What is known as McBurney's point?
McBurney's point is a common site of pain from appendicitis.