careers
terminology
medical phenomenons
ethics
Mcat questions
100

What does the abbreviation "DVM" stand for in veterinary medicine?

Doctor of Veterinary medicine

100

What does the term “cardio-” refer to in medical terminology?

The heart. (e.g., cardiologist = heart doctor)

100

Which phenomenon describes the sensation where people feel like they are falling asleep but suddenly jerk awake, often accompanied by a sensation of "shock"?

Hypnic Jerk or Sleep Start

100

What ethical principle in medicine is centered around doing no harm to the patient?

non-maleficence

100

Which of the following best describes the role of the enzyme helicase during DNA replication?

  • A) It synthesizes RNA primers
  • B) It unzips the DNA double helix
  • C) It adds nucleotides to the growing strand
  • D) It repairs DNA damage


B) It unzips the DNA double helix

200

What is the normal blood pressure range for a healthy adult?


Around 120/80 mmHg

200

What is the meaning of the suffix “-ectomy”?


Surgical removal of something. (e.g., appendectomy = removal of the appendix)

200

What is the name of the phenomenon where a person’s heart actually breaks due to extreme emotional stress, leading to temporary heart failure?

Broken heart syndrome(also known as Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy)

200

What is the term for the ethical duty to keep a patient’s personal health information private, even after the patient’s death?

confidentiality or Hippa

200
  1. According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, which of the following is the most basic and fundamental need that must be met before higher-level needs?
  • A) Self-actualization
  • B) Esteem needs
  • C) Social needs
  • D) Physiological needs

D) Physiological needs

300

What is the primary principle behind ultrasound imaging?


Sound waves are transmitted into the body, and the reflected waves are used to create an image.

300

What does the term “brady-” refer to in medical terms?

Slow. (e.g., bradycardia = slow heart rate)

300

What is the rare psychiatric condition where a person believes they are dead or no longer exist?


Cotard’s Delusion (Walking Corpse Syndrome)

300

Which ethical principle involves the requirement that patients should be provided with all the information they need to make informed decisions about their medical care, including potential risks and benefits?

informed consent 

300

What type of reaction occurs when an acid reacts with a base to form water and a salt?

  • A) Combustion
  • B) Redox
  • C) Neutralization
  • D) Decomposition

C) Neutralization

400

What is the term for a dental procedure in which the pulp of the tooth is removed and the cavity is sealed?


Root canal therapy.

400

What does "etiology" refer to in medicine?


The cause of a disease 

400

What is the phenomenon that occurs when people feel that they are constantly being watched, even when no one is present?

The Truman Show Delusion (or The Truman Syndrome)

400

Which major ethical issue arose when doctors performed non-consensual experiments on African American men in the infamous Tuskegee Syphilis Study that lasted from 1932 to 1972?

Violation of Informed Consent and Human Rights

400

The fundamental attribution error refers to:

  • A) The tendency to attribute one’s own behavior to external factors.
  • B) The tendency to overestimate the impact of situational factors and underestimate the role of personality.
  • C) The tendency to attribute others’ behaviors to their internal characteristics rather than to situational factors.
  • D) The tendency to think that bad things happen to others due to their own behavior.

C) The tendency to attribute others’ behaviors to their internal characteristics rather than to situational factors.

500

What is the most common side effect of opioid medication?

constipation

500

What does “-scopy” mean in medical terminology?

Visual examination or inspection, usually using a scope. (e.g., colonoscopy = visual examination of the colon)

500

What phenomenon occurs when the body’s immune system attacks the nervous system, often leading to temporary paralysis and muscle weakness?

Guillain-Barré Syndrome

500

Which famous ethical principle in medicine was introduced by Hippocrates, emphasizing the moral duty of physicians to act in the best interests of their patients?

The hippocratic oath

500

"The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) has led to significant advancements in numerous industries, from healthcare to finance. However, these advancements also raise ethical concerns about job displacement and the role of machines in decision-making. AI systems, which can make decisions based on large datasets, may introduce biases or make choices that are difficult for humans to explain or understand. As AI technology continues to evolve, policymakers must weigh the benefits of increased productivity and efficiency against the risks of eroding privacy, security, and human autonomy."

According to the passage, what is the central ethical concern associated with the advancement of AI?

  • A) The impact on economic growth
  • B) The potential for AI to displace jobs
  • C) The difficulty in explaining AI decisions
  • D) The challenge of regulating AI technology

B) The potential for AI to displace jobs