Anatomy
What is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
Which exam must graduates pass to become certified PAs in the United States?
PANCE
Stethoscope
What does the prefix “hyper-” mean?
Excessive, high, or above normal.
What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?
Mitochondria
What is the longest and strongest bone in the human body?
The Femur
What is the centralized application service commonly used to apply to PA programs?
CASPA
What medical device is commonly used to restrict movement of a patient's cervical spine following a suspected neck injury?
Cervical collar (C-collar)
What is tachycardia?
An abnormally fast heart rate.
During adult CPR, how many chest compressions should be preformed before giving two rescue breaths?
30
What is referred to as the "master gland" and regulates other endocrine glands?
Pituitary Gland
What is the first year of PA school called?
Didactic year.
What device measures the percentage of oxygen saturation in the blood?
Pulse oximeter
What is edema?
Swelling caused by excess fluid in body tissues.
How does normal blood pressure in children generally compare to that of healthy adults?
Children generally have lower blood pressure than adults
What type of blood cell is responsible for fighting infections?
White Blood Cell
What are three common core clinical rotation areas in PA school?
Family medicine, internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, or emergency medicine, women's health. (if any three of these are stated the team is correct)
What is the name of the tool that medical providers use to closely look at human skin?
Dermatoscope
What is cyanosis?
A bluish discoloration of the skin or mucous membranes that can indicate inadequate oxygenation.
What is the anatomical term for the elbow?
The cubitus
What is the largest part of the human brain that is divided into hemispheres and responsible for higher-level functions like thought and actions?
Cerebrum
What is the name of the national organization that represents PAs and PA students in the United States?
AAPA — American Academy of Physician Associates.
What is the three letter acronym that refers to a common diagnostic imaging technique that uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves?
MRI
What does “hepatomegaly” mean?
Enlargement of the liver.
Which cranial nerve controls most eye movements and pupil constriction?
Oculomotor nerve (cranial nerve III)