A protein that promotes a specific chemical reaction is:
enzyme
erthrocyte
fomite
lipid
A drug that allows the kidneys to allow more fluid to leave the body is known as a (an):
antibiotic
diuretic
protein
Which of the following is not a part of the colon?
ascending
descending
sacral
sigmoid
An operation performed to divide bundles of nerve fibers within the spinal cord
cordotomy
neuropathy
polynephrosis
polyneuropathy
Benign tumor of glandular cells
adenoma
aneuronoma
aneuropahy
cytolysis
A high state of restlessness characterized by an inability to sit still without fidgeting, an urge to pace about constantly, constant rocking from foot to foot, or muscular quivering, particularly in the legs
akathisia
akinesia
anaphylaxis
atony
A substance that, on entering the body, is recognized as foreign and responded to by the person’s immune system
antibody
antigen
antipathic entity
mutagen
A bacterial infection in the blood, often called blood poisoning (sepsis)
bacteremia
ischemia
pleuritis
polycythemia
Antihypertensive drugs
anticonvulsant
antiemetic
antihistamines
beta blockers
A common blood test that provides information on the number and types of cells in the blood
arterioscopy
CBC
pyelogram
SARA
A procedure used to treat atherosclerosis, a disease in which deposits of fat and other materials clog the arteries
CABG
CAPD
CKD
CPAP
What percentage of cancer cases are carcinomas?
10-20%
50-60%
70-80%
80-90%
Also known as the chemical stress test, this method is used for those who cannot perform a physical activity like walking on a treadmill or riding a bicycle.
ECG
nonstress test
Pharmacological stress test
routine cardio screen
A disorder in which the lining of the small intestine is damaged by an immune reaction to gluten, a protein found in grains, such as wheat, rye, and barley
celiac disease
chondrocalcinosis
collagen disease
COPD
Pain or cramping in the limbs, caused by atherosclerosis
cirrhosis
claudication
inflammatory joint disease
kinesiosis
An acute viral inflammation of the voice box and windpipe that narrows the airway just below the vocal cords, causing difficult and noisy breathing.
coxa vera
croup
intubation
lordosis