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Type of hepatitis transmitted through direct contact with fecally contaminated food or water is:
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a cold
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Coryza is:
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a herniated intervertebral disk
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Protrusion of the central part of the disk that lies between the vertebrae resulting in compression of a nerve root and pain is:
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abnormal gait
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What is the term for a disorder in the manner of walking?
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abruptio placentae
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What is a premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall?
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absence seizure
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Another term for a sudden short term loss of consciousness in epilepsy is:
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acalculia
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Inability to perform mathematical calculations is:
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achalasia
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Impairment of esophageal peristalsis along with the lower esophageal sphincter's inability to relax is called:
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achondroplasia
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A congenital disorder of the growth of cartilage at the epiphyses of the long bones resulting in dwarfism is:
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achondroplasia
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What is the correct spelling of the term that means no formation of cartilage?
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achromatopsia
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Impairment of color vision is:
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acne vulgaris
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Inflammatory disease of the sebaceous glands characterized by papules, pustules, and inflamed nodules, and plugs of sebum that block pores is:
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acoustic neuroma
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What is the medical term for a benign tumor of the eighth cranial nerve?
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acrochordon
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A synonym for a skin tag is:
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acromegaly
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A patient with an enlargement of the extremities has:
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acrophobia
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Fear of heights is:
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acute intoxication
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Behavioral disturbances following ingestion of alcohol or psychotropic drugs are called:
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acute renal failure
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Oliguria and rapid onset of azotemia, which characterize a sudden inability of the kidneys to excrete waste, is:
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Addison
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Insufficient secretion of adrenal cortisol manifested by gastric complaints, hypotension, and dehydration is _____ disease.
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adenocarcinoma
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NSCLC derived from mucous secreting glands is:
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ADHD
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A series of syndromes that include impulsiveness, inability to concentrate, and short attention span is known as:
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adjustment
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A disorder that tends to manifest during periods of stressful life changes with symptoms including anxiety, impaired coping mechanisms, social dysfunction, and a reduced ability to perform normal daily activities is _____ disorder.
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adynamic ileus
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Lack of peristaltic movement in the intestinal tract is a(n):
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AEB
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Premature atrial contractions are:
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affective disorders
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Another term for mood disorders is:
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agalactia
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Another term for the condition of no milk production is:
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agnosia
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What is an inability to recognize objects visually, auditorily, or with other senses?
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agoraphobia
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Fear of leaving home and entering crowded places is:
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agraphia
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Inability to write is:
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AIDS
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The disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus and transmitted through body fluids via sexual contact or intravenous exposure is:
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akathisia
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Inability to rest, to remain still, to remain calm, or to be free from anxiety is:
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albinism
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A complete lack of melanin production by existing melanocytes resulting in pale skin, white hair, and pink irides is:
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albuminuria
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A synonym for proteinuria is:
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ALL
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The most common leukemia for those under the age of 19, marked by proliferation of immature lymphocytes is:
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allergy
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What is the same as hypersensitivity?
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alopecia
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Baldness is:
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Alzheimer disease
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A progressive, neurodegenerative disease in which patients exhibit an impairment of cognitive functioning is:
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amblyopia
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Dull or dim vision is:
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AML
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A rapidly progressing form of leukemia marked by proliferation of immature bone marrow cells is:
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amnesia
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Loss of memory caused by brain damage or severe emotional trauma is:
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amnesia
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The synonym for loss of memory is:
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amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
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A degenerative, fatal disease of the motor neurons in which patients exhibit progressive asthenia and muscle atrophy is:
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amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
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A synonym for Lou Gehrig disease is:
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anacusis
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A general term for hearing loss or deafness is:
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anal fissure
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A cracklike lesion of the skin around the anus is called:
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anaphylaxis
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An extreme form of immune response in which the patient undergoes a severely decreased blood pressure and constriction of the airways is:
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aneurysm
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Localized dilation of an artery caused by a congenital or acquired weakness in the wall of a vessel is:
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angina pectoris
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Paroxysmal chest pain often accompanied by shortness of breath and a sensation of impending doom is:
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angioma
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What is a localized vascular lesion?
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anhedonia
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Absence of the ability to experience pleasure or joy is:
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anhidrosis
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Another term for an abnormal condition of no sweating is:
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anisocoria
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The condition of unequally sized pupils is:
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ankylosing spondylitis
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Chronic inflammatory disease of idiopathic origin that causes a fusion of the spine is:
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anorchism
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The condition of being born without a testicle is:
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anorectal abscesses
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The healthcare term for a circumscribed pus filled area of the anus and rectum is:
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anorexia
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Patients who exhibit a lack of appetite may have which term in their chart?
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anorexia nervosa
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A prolonged refusal to eat adequate amounts of food and an altered perception of what constitutes a normal minimum body weight, caused by a morbid fear of becoming obese is:
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anosmia
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What is the medical term for the lack of sense of smell?
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anovulation
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Failure of the ovary to release an egg is:
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anthropophobia
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Fear of scrutiny by other people is:
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anxiety
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Anticipation of impending danger and dread accompanied by restlessness, tension, tachycardia, and breathing difficulty not associated with an apparent stimulus is:
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aortic stenosis
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Narrowing of the aortic valve is called:
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aphakia
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The condition of no lens is:
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aphasia
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A patient with the lack of ability to form or understand speech has:
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aphonia
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An inability to produce sound is:
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aphthous stomatitis
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A canker sore is:
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aplastic anemia
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Suppression of bone marrow function leading to a reduction of RBC production is:
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apnea
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Abnormal, periodic cessation of breathing is:
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appendicitis
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Inflammation of the vermiform appendix is:
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apraxia
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Inability to perform purposeful movements or to use objects appropriately is:
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ARF
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The sudden inability of the respiratory system to function is called:
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ARMD
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Progressive destruction of an ocular structure causing a loss of central vision is:
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arrhythmia
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An abnormal heart beat is:
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arteriosclerosis
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A disease in which the arterial walls become thickened and lose their elasticity, without the presence of atheromas is:
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ASD
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A hole in the wall between the top chambers of the heart is:
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aspermia
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The condition in which no sperm are present nor any semen formed or ejaculated is:
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asthma
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What is a respiratory disorder characterized by recurring episodes of paroxysmal dyspnea?
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astigmatism
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Malcurvature of the cornea leading to blurred vision is:
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astrocytoma
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A malignant tumor of star-shaped glial cells is called:
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atelectasis
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A collapsed lung is:
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atheroma
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A mass of fat or lipids on the wall of an artery is a(n):
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atherosclerosis
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Hardening of the arteries with the presence of atheromas is:
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athetosis
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Continuous, involuntary, slow, writhing movement of the extremities is:
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atopic dermatitis
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A chronic, pruritic, superficial inflammation of the skin, usually associated with a family history of allergic disorders is:
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atrial fibrillation
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Most common type of cardiac arrhythmia; a series of extremely rapid and irregular atrial contractions is:
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atrial flutter
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Rapid, regular atrial rhythm is:
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atrial myxoma
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A benign growth in the interatrial septum is called:
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atrophy
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What is the term for paper-thin, wasted skin?
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aura
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A sensation that precedes an epileptic seizure or the onset of some types of headache is a(n):
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autism
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A condition of abnormal development of social interaction, impaired communication, and repetitive behaviors is:
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autoimmune diseases
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Myasthenia gravis, multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis are examples of:
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autoimmune hemolytic
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Anemia caused by the body's destruction of its own RBCs by serum antibodies is _____ anemia.
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azoospermia
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The condition of no living sperm in the semen is:
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azotemia
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What is a condition of excessive nitrogenous compounds in the blood?
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B<font face="GG Subscript">12</font> deficiency
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Insufficient blood levels of cobalamin, essential for red blood cell maturation is:
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Baker cyst
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A sac of synovial fluid in the popliteal area of the leg is called:
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balanitis
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Inflammation of the glans penis is:
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BCC
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What is the most common skin cancer, originating in the basal layer of the epidermis?
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Bell palsy
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A facial nerve paralysis is:
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biliary colic
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A patient with upper right quadrant pain has:
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bipolar disorder
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A disorder characterized by swings between an elevation of mood, increased energy and activity, and a lowering of mood and decreased energy is:
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blepharedema
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Swelling of the eyelid is:
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blepharitis
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Inflammation of the eyelid is:
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blepharochalasis
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Hypertrophy of the skin of the eyelid is:
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blepharoptosis
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Drooping of the upper eyelid is:
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blood in the vomit
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A patient with hematemesis has:
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borderline
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A disorder characterized by impulsive, unpredictable mood and self-image, resulting in unstable interpersonal relationships and a tendency to see and respond to others as unwaveringly good or evil is _____ personality disorder.
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BPH
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What is an abnormal enlargement of the prostate gland surrounding the urethra, leading to difficulty with urination?
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bradycardia
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An abnormally slow heartbeat is:
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bradypnea
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A condition of abnormally slow breathing is:
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bronchiectasis
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Chronic dilation of the bronchi is:
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bronchiolitis
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What is inflammation of the bronchioles?
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bronchitis
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A patient with inflammation of the bronchi has:
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bronchospasm
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A sudden involuntary contraction of the bronchi is:
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bruit
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An abnormal sound heard when auscultating an artery is a:
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bulimia nervosa
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An eating disorder in which the individual eats large quantities of food and then purges the body through self-induced vomiting or inappropriate use of laxatives is:
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bundle branch block
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The incomplete electrical conduction in the bundle branches is called:
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bunion
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A fairly common, painful enlargement and inflammation of the first metatarsophalangeal joint is:
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bunionectomy
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What is the correct spelling of a term that means removal of an enlargement of the metatarsophalangeal joint?
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bursitis
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A patient who has an inflammation of the sacs of fluid that cushion the joints has:
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bursitis
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The healthcare term for inflammation of a bursa is:
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CAD
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An accumulation and hardening of plaque in the coronary arteries is:
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calculi
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A synonym for urolithiasis is urinary:
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calculi
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The synonym for stones is:
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candidiasis
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Yeast infection in moist, occluded areas of the skin and mucous membranes is:
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carbuncle
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What is a furuncle with interconnecting subcutaneous pockets?
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cardiac myxosarcoma
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Rare heart cancer originating in the left atrium is a(n):
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cardiodynia
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A synonym for heart pain is:
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cardiomegaly
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An enlargement of the heart is:
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cardiomyopathy
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A progressive disorder of the ventricles of the heart is:
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carpal tunnel syndrome
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The bus driver and the administrative assistant were both diagnosed with a compression injury that manifests itself as fluctuating pain, numbness, and paresthesia of the hand caused by compression of the median nerve at the wrist. They both have:
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cataract
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Progressive loss of transparency of the lens of the eye is:
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catatonia
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Paralysis or immobility from psychologic or emotional rather than physical causes is:
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catatonic schizophrenia
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The term for hallucinations, delusions, and thought disorder accompanied by psychomotor disturbances is:
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cellulitis
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A diffuse, spreading, acute inflammation within solid tissue most commonly caused by <i>Streptococcus pyogenes</i> infection is:
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cephalopelvic disproportion
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What is the term for a baby's head being larger than the pelvic outlet?
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cerebral contusion
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A head injury of sufficient force to bruise the brain is:
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cerebral palsy
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What is a motor function disorder as a result of permanent, nonprogressive brain defect or lesion caused perinatally?
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cerebrovascular accident
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Ischemia of cerebral tissue with sequelae that may include paralysis, weakness, speech defects, and/or sensory changes that last more than 24 hours is:
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ceruminoma
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Another term for a benign tumor of glands that produce earwax is:
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cervical intraepithelial neoplasia
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A term for cervical dysplasia is:
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cervicitis
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Inflammation of the neck of the uterus is:
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chalazion
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Hardened swelling of a meibomian gland is a(n):
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chancre
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A painless, red pustule usually appearing in the first stage of syphilis is a:
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chancres
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Syphilitic lesions that are painless ulcers are:
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cheilitis
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A patient with inflammation of the lips has:
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cheilosis
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Another term for the abnormal condition of the lips is:
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Cheyne-Stokes respiration
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What is the term for deep, rapid breathing followed by a period of apnea?
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cholangitis
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Inflammation of the bile vessels is:
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cholecystitis
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Inflammation of the gallbladder is also called:
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choledocholithiasis
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The presence of stones in the common bile duct is:
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cholelithiasis
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Presence of stones in the gallbladder is:
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cholesteatoma
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Cystic mass of epithelial cells and cholesterol:
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chondroma
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The healthcare term for a benign tumor of cartilage is:
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chondromalacia
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Softening of the cartilage of the ribs is called:
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choriocarcinoma
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A malignancy of the pregnant uterus is:
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choroidal hemangioma
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A tumor of the blood vessel layer under the retina is called:
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chronic blood loss
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Long-term internal bleeding is called:
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chronic lymphocytic leukemia
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A slowly progressing form of leukemia marked by proliferation of immature lymphocytes is called:
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chronic myelogenous leukemia
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A slowly progressing form of leukemia marked by immature bone marrow cell proliferation is:
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chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
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Progressive and irreversible diminishment in inspiratory and expiratory lung capacity is called:
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cicatrix
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What is the healthcare term for a scar?
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cirrhosis
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Chronic degenerative disease of the liver, most commonly associated with alcohol abuse, is:
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CKD
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Long-term inability of the kidney to excrete waste is:
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claudication
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Cramplike pains in the calves caused by poor circulation in the leg muscles is:
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claustrophobia
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Fear of enclosed spaces is:
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clavus
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Horny mass of condensed epithelial tissue overlying a bony prominence is a corn, also called a:
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cleft palate
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What is a failure of the palate to close during embryonic development creating an opening in the roof of the mouth?
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closed
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A ____ fracture is one in which the bone is broken, but does not rupture the skin.
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clubbing
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What is an abnormal enlargement of the distal phalanges as a result of diminished oxygen in the blood?
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coarctation of the aorta
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A narrowing of the largest artery of the body is:
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colitis
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Inflammation of the large intestine is:
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Colles
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A fracture of the distal end of the radius at the epiphysis is:
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coma
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What is a deep, prolonged unconsciousness from which the patient cannot be aroused; usually the result of a head injury, neurologic disease, acute hydrocephalus, intoxication, or metabolic abnormalities?
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comedones
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What are plugs of sebum that block pores?
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comminuted
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A fracture in which the bone is crushed and shattered is referred to as:
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compartment syndrome
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Limited blood supply within fascia that may lead to nerve and muscle damage is:
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complicated
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The patient was brought to the emergency department with a fracture of his sternum in which the xiphoid process pierced his right lung. He had a ____ fracture.
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compression
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A fracture in which the supporting structure of the bone tissue collapses is called a(n) ____ fracture.
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concussion
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A serious head injury characterized by one or more of the following: loss of consciousness, amnesia, seizures, or a change in mental status is:
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conductive hearing loss
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Hearing loss from damage to the middle or outer ear is:
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condyloma
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A genital wart is referred to as a:
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confabulation
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The effort to conceal a gap in memory by fabricating detailed, often believable stories is:
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congenital megacolon
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Hirschsprung disease is:
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conjunctivitis
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Pink eye is:
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contracture
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Chronic flexion and fixation of a joint caused by atrophy and shortening of muscle fibers after a long period of disuse is:
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COPD
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Patients who experience DOE may have:
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corneal ulcer
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Trauma to the outer covering of the eye resulting in an abrasion is:
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crepitus
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A crackling sound heard in degenerative joints is:
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croup
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What is an acute viral infection of early childhood, marked by stridor caused by spasms of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi?
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cryptorchidism
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The condition in which the testicles fail to descend into the scrotum before birth is:
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CTS
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A compression injury that manifests itself as fluctuating pain, numbness, and paresthesia of the hand caused by compression of the median nerve at the wrist is:
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Cushing
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Excessive secretion of cortisol leading to obesity, leukocytosis, hirsutism, hypokalemia, hyperglycemia, and muscle wasting is _____ disease.
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CWP
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An abnormal condition of coal dust in the lungs is:
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cyanosis
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Lack of oxygen in blood is:
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cyanosis
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What is a discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes caused by deoxygenation of the blood?
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cyclothymia
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A disorder characterized by recurring episodes of mild elation and depression that are not severe enough to warrant a diagnosis of bipolar disorder is:
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cyst
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A nodule filled with a semisolid material is a(n):
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cystic fibrosis
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What is an inherited disorder of the exocrine glands resulting in abnormal, thick secretions of mucus that cause a chronic obstructive disease?
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cystitis
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A patient with an inflammation of the urinary bladder has:
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cystocele
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Herniation of the urinary bladder is a:
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dacryoadenitis
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Inflammation of a lacrimal gland is:
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dacryocystitis
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Inflammation of a lacrimal sac is:
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decubitus ulcer
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Inflammation, ulcer, or sore in the skin over a bony prominence is a(n):
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defecation
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A patient with delayed bowel movements has difficulty with:
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defense mechanism
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An unconscious mechanism for psychologic coping, adjustment, or self-preservation in the face of stress or a threat is:
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delayed allergy
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Hypersensitivity caused by activated T cells is:
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delirium
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A condition of confused, unfocused, irrational agitation is:
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delirium tremens
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Acute delirium induced by cessation of chronic alcohol use is:
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delusion
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Persistent belief in a demonstrable untruth or a provably inaccurate perception despite clear evidence to the contrary is:
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dementia
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A mental disorder in which the individual experiences a progressive loss of memory, personality alterations, confusion, loss of touch with reality, and stupor is:
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dental caries
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The healthcare term for cavities is:
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dental plaque
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A film of material coating teeth that may lead to tooth decay is also called:
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depressive disorder
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A disorder characterized by its degree and number of occurrences with the exhibition of dysphoria, reduction of energy, and decrease in activity; characterized by anhedonia, lack of ability to concentrate, and fatigue is:
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dermatofibroma
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The medical term for a fibrous painless skin nodule is:
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dermatomycosis
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The medical term for a fungal infection of the skin is:
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deviated septum
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A deflection of the wall between the nostrils is:
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DI
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Deficiency of antidiuretic hormone is:
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DI
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A profusion of urine may indicate:
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diabetes insipidus
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Undersecretion of ADH resulting in polydipsia and polyuria is:
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diabetes insipidus
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Which is caused by a lack of vasopressin?
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diabetes mellitus
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Metabolic disease caused by an absolute or relative deficiency of insulin is:
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diabetic retinopathy
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Damage of the retina due to diabetes is:
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diaphoresis
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Profuse secretion of sweat is:
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diaphragmatocele
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Synonym for a hiatal hernia is:
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diarrhea
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What is abnormal discharge of watery, semisolid stools?
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diphtheria
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Bacterial respiratory infection characterized by sore throat, fever, and headache is:
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diplegia
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Paralysis of the same body part on both sides of the body is:
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diplopia
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Double vision is:
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dislocation
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A bone that is completely out of place in its joint is a:
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disorganized schizophrenia
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Irresponsible and unpredictable behavior, hallucinations, delusions, and shallow, inappropriate mood is called:
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dissocial
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A disorder in which a patient shows a complete lack of interest in social obligations is ____ personality disorder.
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dissociative identity
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Maladaptive coping with severe stress by developing one or more separate personalities is _____ disorder.
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diuresis
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The condition of increased formation of urine is called:
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diurnal
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Bed-wetting that occurs during the day is ______ bedwetting.
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diverticulitis
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Inflammation of pouches lining the colon is called:
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diverticulosis
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Development of pouches in the lining of the colon is:
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dorsalgia
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Another term for upper back pain is:
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DUB
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Bleeding not associated with menstruation is:
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DVT
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Inflammation of a deep vein accompanied by the formation of a clot is:
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dyslexia
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Inability or difficulty with reading and/or writing is:
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dysmenorrhea
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Painful flow and/or menstrual cramps are:
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dyspepsia
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The healthcare term for indigestion is:
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dysphagia
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A condition of difficulty swallowing is:
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dysphagia
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What is the difficulty in pronunciation of speech called?
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dysphagia
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The medical term for difficulting swallowing is:
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dysphonia
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What is an impairment of speaking or hoarseness?
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dysphoria
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A generalized negative mood characterized by depression is:
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dysplasia
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Abnormal formation of cells of the uterus is cervical:
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dysplastic nevus
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What is the term for an abnormal change of a pigmented congenital skin blemish that gives rise to a concern for progression to malignancy?
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dyspnea
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A patient with difficult and/or painful breathing has:
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dyspnea
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What is a term for any difficult and/or painful breathing?
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dyssomnia
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A sleep-wake cycle disorder is called:
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dysthymia
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Mild, chronic depression of mood that lasts for years, but is not severe enough to justify a diagnosis of depression is:
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dysuria
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Michelle called her physician's office with complaints of painful urination. She has:
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EBV
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The pathogen that causes mononucleosis is:
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ecchymosis
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The healthcare term for a "black and blue"; an extravasation of blood into subcutaneous tissue as a result of trauma is:
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echolalia
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Repetition of words or phrases is:
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eclampsia
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A form of hypertension secondary to pregnancy is:
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ectopic beats
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The healthcare term for heartbeats that occur outside the normal rhythm are:
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ectopic pregnancy
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Implantation of the embryo in any location but the uterus is:
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ectropion
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Turning outward of the eyelid, exposing the conjunctiva is:
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eczema
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Superficial inflammation of the skin is called:
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edema
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Another term for abnormal accumulation of fluid in tissues is:
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edema
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What is the term for an abnormal accumulation of fluid in interstitial spaces of tissues?
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edema
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An accumulation of fluid in the tissue that may result from kidney failure is a(n):
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EM
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The abbreviation for normal vision is:
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emesis
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Vomit is also called:
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emphysema
|
An abnormal condition of the pulmonary system characterized by distention and destructive changes of the sacs at the ends of the bronchioles is:
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encephalitis
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Inflammation of the brain, most frequently caused by a virus transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito is:
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endocarditis
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Inflammation of the lining of the heart and its valves is:
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endometrial hyperplasia
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Excessive cell development in the lining of the uterus is:
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endometriosis
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The ectopic condition of the lining of the uterus is called:
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endometritis
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What is another term for the inflammation of the lining of the uterus?
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entropion
|
Turning inward of the eyelid toward the eye is:
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enuresis
|
The term for nocturnal bed-wetting is:
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epicondylitis
|
The tennis player had an inflammation of the projection on the surface of the bone above the condyle called:
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epididymitis
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What is an inflammation of the tubules that store the sperm, usually as a result of an ascending infection through the urogenital tract?
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|
epiglottitis
|
Inflammation of the epiglottis is called:
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epilepsy
|
A group of disorders characterized by recurrent seizures, sensory disturbances, abnormal behavior, and/or loss of consciousness is:
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epiphora
|
Excessive lacrimation is:
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epistaxis
|
The term for a nosebleed is:
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epithelial ovarian cancer
|
What is the form of ovarian cancer that is linked to an inherited mutation?
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erectile dysfunction
|
An inability to achieve or sustain a penile erection for sexual intercourse is:
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eructation
|
Release of air from the stomach through the mouth is:
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erythema
|
The term for redness of the skin is:
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erythroblastosis fetalis
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Incompatibility between factor of blood types of the mother and fetus is:
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eschar
|
What is a scar or dry crust that results from a burn, trauma, or infection?
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esophageal atresia
|
An esophagus that ends in a blind pouch and lacks an opening into the stomach is:
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esophageal varices
|
Varicose veins that appear at the end of the esophagus are:
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esotropia
|
Turning inward of one or both eyes is:
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essential
|
High blood pressure as a result of no identifiable cause is:
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essential
|
Hypertension without a known cause is _____ hypertension.
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euphoria
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An exaggerated sense of physical and emotional well-being not based on reality, disproportionate to the cause, and inappropriate to the situation is:
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euthymia
|
The normal range of moods and emotions is:
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exanthem
|
The general term for a rash is:
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exhibitionism
|
A condition in which the patient derives sexual arousal from the exposure of his or her genitals to strangers is:
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exophthalmia
|
Protrusion of the eyeball from its orbit is:
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exophthalmia
|
Protrusion of eyeballs from their orbits is:
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exostosis
|
An abnormal bony growth is:
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exostosis
|
Hyperostosis and osteochondroma are symptoms for:
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exotropia
|
Turning outward of one or both eyes is:
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extravasation
|
What is the process of a substance leaking outside of a vessel into surrounding tissue?
|
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|
fallopian adhesion
|
Scar tissue that occludes the fallopian tubes, which may be a sequela of pelvic inflammatory disease, is a:
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fasciculation
|
Involuntary contraction of small, local muscles is:
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femoral
|
Crural hernia is a(n) _____ hernia.
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fetishism
|
Reliance on an object as a stimulus for sexual arousal and pleasure is:
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fibrillation
|
Extremely rapid and irregular contractions is also called:
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fibroadenoma of the breast
|
A benign breast tumor made up of fibrous and glandular tissue is also called:
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fibrocystic changes of the breast
|
A patient with a benign breast condition consisting of cysts, lumpiness, and/or pain has:
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fibrocystic disease
|
A normally benign condition of the palpable presence of single or multiple cysts in the breast is:
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fibromyalgia
|
A disorder characterized by musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, muscle stiffness and spasms, and sleep disturbances is:
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fissure
|
A cracklike lesion of the skin is a:
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fistula
|
What is an abnormal communication between internal organs or from an internal organ to the surface of the body?
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flail chest
|
A thorax in which multiple rib fractures cause instability of the chest wall is:
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flatus
|
What is the term for gas expelled through the anus?
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flutter
|
Another term for an extremely rapid but regular heartbeat is:
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folate deficiency
|
Anemia caused by lack of folate is:
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folliculitis
|
Inflammation of the hair follicles, which may be superficial or deep, acute or chronic, is:
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friction sounds
|
Sounds made by dry surfaces rubbing together are:
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full thickness
|
The epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue are damaged in a _______ burn.
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furuncle
|
A localized, suppurative staphylococcal skin infection originating in a gland or hair follicle and characterized by pain, redness, and swelling is:
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Fx
|
A patient who has a broken bone might have which of the following abbreviations in his chart?
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GAD
|
What is one of the most common diagnoses with symptoms that include persistent nervousness, trembling, muscular tension, sweating, lightheadedness, palpitations, dizziness, and epigastric discomfort?
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galactorrhea
|
An abnormal discharge of milk is:
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gastric ulcer
|
A synonym for peptic ulcer is:
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GB
|
A patient with cholecystitis has ____ disease.
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GERD
|
A backward flow of the contents of the stomach to the esophagus caused by an inability of the LES to contract normally is:
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|
GERD
|
A backward flow of stomach contents to the esophagus is:
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gestational diabetes
|
Insulin resistance acquired during pregnancy is called:
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GHD
|
Somatotropin deficiency during childhood that results in dwarfism is:
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gigantism
|
Hypersecretion of somatotropin from adenohypophysis during childhood, leading to excessive growth is:
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gingivitis
|
Inflammation of the gums is called:
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|
gland that adds to seminal fluid
|
Prostatitis is the inflammation of a:
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|
glaucoma
|
Abnormal intraocular pressure caused by the obstruction of the outflow of the aqueous humor is:
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|
|
glucosuria
|
Presence of glucose in urine is also called:
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|
glycosuria
|
What is a condition of sugar in the urine?
|
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|
GN
|
Inflammation of the glomeruli of the kidney is also called:
|
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goiter
|
Enlargement of the thyroid gland not caused by tumor is:
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gonorrhea
|
What is a disease that is caused by a gram-negative bacterium that manifests itself as inflammation of the urethra, prostate, rectum, or pharynx?
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Graves
|
Excessive secretion of the thyroid gland is _____ disease.
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greenstick
|
A patient with a bone that is partially bent and partially broken has a ________ fracture.
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|
Guillain-Barré syndrome
|
An autoimmune disorder of acute polyneuritis, producing profound myasthenia that may lead to paralysis is:
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|
|
gynecomastia
|
What is an enlargement of either unilateral or bilateral breast tissue in the male?
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hairline
|
What is a minor fracture appearing as a thin line on x-ray called?
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halitosis
|
The healthcare term for bad-smelling breath is:
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hallucination
|
Any sensory perception that occurs with no external cause is:
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heartburn
|
Pyrosis is a healthcare term for:
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hemangioma
|
Noncancerous tumor of the blood vessels is a(n):
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|
|
hemangiosarcoma
|
Rare cancer of the cells that line the blood vessels is called a(n):
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hematemesis
|
Bloody vomitus is a synonym for:
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hematochezia
|
Bright red, frank lower GI bleeding from the rectum is:
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hematoma
|
A collection of extravasated blood trapped in tissue is called:
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hematoma
|
A localized collection of blood, usually clotted, in an organ, tissue, or space, caused by a break in the wall of a blood vessel is a(n):
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hematosalpinx
|
A condition of blood in the fallopian tube is:
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hematuria
|
A condition of blood in the urine is:
|
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hemianopsia
|
Loss of half the visual field, often as a result of a cerebrovascular accident is:
|
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hemiparesis
|
Muscular weakness or slight paralysis on the left or right side of the body is:
|
|
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hemiplegia
|
Paralysis on the right or left side of the body is:
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hemolytic
|
A general term for the type of anemia caused by destruction of blood cells is:
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hemophilia
|
An inherited deficiency of the coagulation factor is called:
|
|
|
hemoptysis
|
Coughing up blood or blood-stained sputum is:
|
|
|
hemorrhoids
|
A varicose condition of the external or internal rectal veins is:
|
|
|
hemorrhoids
|
Varicose veins in the lower rectum or anus are:
|
|
|
hemothorax
|
Blood in the pleural cavity is:
|
|
|
hepatitis
|
An inflammatory disease of the liver that is caused by an increasing number of viruses, alcohol, and drugs is:
|
|
|
hepatocellular carcinoma
|
Liver cancer is also called:
|
|
|
herniated intervertebral disk
|
The displacement of an intervertebral disk causing nerve pain is:
|
|
|
herpetic stomatitis
|
The healthcare term for a fever blister or cold sore is:
|
|
|
HF
|
Inability of the heart muscle to pump blood efficiently, so that it becomes overloaded is:
|
|
|
hiccup
|
A synonym for singultus is:
|
|
|
hiccup
|
A synonym for singultus is:
|
|
|
hidradenitis
|
An inflammation of the sweat glands is:
|
|
|
hirsutism
|
Abnormal hairiness, especially in women, is:
|
|
|
Hodgkin lymphoma
|
The presence of Reed-Sternberg cells identifies which cancer?:
|
|
|
hordeolum
|
Infection of one of the sebaceous glands of an eyelash, a stye, is:
|
|
|
HPV
|
What is a virus that causes common warts of the hands and feet, and lesions of the mucous membranes of the oral, anal, and genital cavities?
|
|
|
HSV
|
A fever blister is caused by:
|
|
|
HSV-2
|
What is a form of the herpes virus transmitted through sexual contact, causing recurring painful vesicular eruptions?
|
|
|
Huntington chorea
|
What is an inherited disorder that manifests itself in adulthood as a progressive loss of neural control, uncontrollable jerking movements, and dementia?
|
|
|
hydrocele
|
An accumulation of fluid in the tunica vaginalis testis is:
|
|
|
hydrocephalus
|
A condition of abnormal accumulation of fluid in the ventricles of the brain is:
|
|
|
hydronephrosis
|
A dilation of the pelvis and calices of one or both kidneys resulting from the obstruction of the flow of urine is:
|
|
|
hydrosalpinx
|
Watery fluid in the fallopian tubes is:
|
|
|
hypercalcemia
|
Excessive calcium in the blood is:
|
|
|
hypercapnia
|
A condition of excessive carbon dioxide in the blood is:
|
|
|
hyperglycemia
|
Excessive sugar in the blood is:
|
|
|
hyperhidrosis
|
A condition of excessive sweat production is:
|
|
|
hyperinsulinism
|
Oversecretion of insulin, seen in some newborns of diabetic mothers, is:
|
|
|
hyperkalemia
|
Excessive potassium in the blood is:
|
|
|
hypernatremia
|
Excessive sodium in the blood is:
|
|
|
hyperopia
|
Farsightedness is:
|
|
|
hyperparathyroidism
|
Overproduction of hormones in which disorder leads to polyuria, hypercalcemia, hypertension, and kidney stones?
|
|
|
hypersomnia
|
Excessive depth or length of sleep is:
|
|
|
hyperspadias
|
What is a urethral opening on the dorsum of the penis?
|
|
|
hypersplenism
|
Increased function of the spleen, resulting in hemolysis, is:
|
|
|
hypertension
|
The condition of high blood pressure is:
|
|
|
hyperthyroidism
|
One type of which disorder that may be accompanied by exophthalmia is termed Graves disease?
|
|
|
hypertrichosis
|
Hirsutism is an alternative term for:
|
|
|
hyperventilation
|
Abnormally increased breathing is also called:
|
|
|
hyphema
|
Blood in the anterior chamber of the eye as a result of hemorrhaging from trauma is:
|
|
|
hypoactive sexual desire disorder
|
Indifference to sexual stimuli is:
|
|
|
hypocalcemia
|
Deficiency of calcium in the blood is:
|
|
|
hypoglycemia
|
Deficiency of sugar in the blood is:
|
|
|
hypokalemia
|
Deficiency of potassium in the blood is:
|
|
|
hypokinesia
|
Decrease in normal movement is also called:
|
|
|
hypomania
|
A disorder characterized by an inappropriate elevation of mood that may include positive and negative aspects is:
|
|
|
hypomania
|
A mood disorder in which the patient may report increased feelings of well-being, energy, and activity, but may also report irritability and conceit is:
|
|
|
hyponatremia
|
Deficiency of sodium in the blood is:
|
|
|
hypoparathyroidism
|
Deficient hormones in which disorder may lead to tetany, hypocalcemia, and muscle cramps?
|
|
|
hypopnea
|
Extremely shallow breathing is:
|
|
|
hypospadias
|
A urethral opening on the ventral side of the penis instead of the tip is:
|
|
|
hypotension
|
When a patient's blood pressure is below normal he has:
|
|
|
hypothyroidism
|
An extreme form of which disorder during adulthood is myxedema; during childhood, cretinism?
|
|
|
hypovolemia
|
Another term for the deficient volume of circulating blood is:
|
|
|
hypoxemia
|
What is the term for deficient oxygen in the blood?
|
|
|
hysteroptosis
|
A synonym for uterine prolapse is:
|
|
|
ichthyosis
|
A category of dry skin that has the scaly appearance of a fish is:
|
|
|
illusion
|
Inaccurate sensory perception based on a real stimulus is:
|
|
|
immediate allergy
|
The medical term for hypersensitivity caused by IgE is:
|
|
|
impacted cerumen
|
Blockage of the external auditory canal with earwax is:
|
|
|
impetigo
|
What is a superficial vesiculopustular skin infection seen in children, but also possible in adults?
|
|
|
impotence
|
What is a synonym for erectile dysfunction?
|
|
|
infiltrating ductal carcinoma
|
The most common breast cancer arising in cells that line the milk ducts is called:
|
|
|
influenza
|
An acute infectious disease of the respiratory tract caused by a virus is:
|
|
|
intraocular melanoma
|
A healthcare term for a malignant tumor of the choroid, ciliary body, or iris is:
|
|
|
intussusception
|
Telescoping of the intestines is:
|
|
|
irritable bowel syndrome
|
Abnormal increase in the activity of the small and large intestines, leading to diarrhea and flatus is:
|
|
|
is incarcerated
|
A hernia that is irreducible:
|
|
|
islet cell carcinoma
|
A synonym for pancreatic cancer is:
|
|
|
jaundice
|
Yellowing of the sclerae caused by elevated bilirubin levels is called:
|
|
|
jaw
|
A patient who has gnathalgia has pain in her:
|
|
|
Kaposi sarcoma
|
A rare form of skin cancer, most often seen in patients with a deficient immune systems is:
|
|
|
keloid
|
What is the term for the type of scar that is an overgrowth of tissue?
|
|
|
keratinous cyst
|
A benign cavity lined with keratinizing epithelium and filled with sebum and epithelial debris is a:
|
|
|
keratitis
|
Inflammation of the cornea is:
|
|
|
keratoses
|
The plural of keratosis is:
|
|
|
ketoacidosis
|
Another term for an abnormal condition of excessive acidity and ketones in the blood is:
|
|
|
ketoacidosis
|
Excessive ketone acids in the bloodstream is called:
|
|
|
ketonuria
|
The presence of ketones in the urine is called:
|
|
|
ketonuria
|
Presence of ketones in urine is:
|
|
|
kleptomania
|
An uncontrollable impulse to steal is:
|
|
|
kyphosis
|
Extreme posterior curvature of the thoracic area of the spine, commonly known as roundback, is:
|
|
|
labyrinthitis
|
Inflammation of the inner ear is:
|
|
|
large cell carcinoma
|
NSCLC originating in the lining of the smaller bronchi is:
|
|
|
laryngitis
|
Inflammation of the voicebox is:
|
|
|
leiomyoma
|
A fibroid is a(n):
|
|
|
leiomyoma of the uterus
|
A synonym for fibroid is:
|
|
|
leiomyosarcoma of the uterus
|
The medical term for a rare smooth muscle tumor of the uterus is:
|
|
|
lesion
|
A patient with any visible, localized abnormality of the skin has a:
|
|
|
leukocytosis
|
A slight or moderate increase in the number of white blood cells is:
|
|
|
leukopenia
|
What is deficiency of WBCs?
|
|
|
leukoplakia
|
White patches on the lips or buccal mucosa that may be associated with tobacco use and is precancerous is:
|
|
|
leukorrhea
|
Whitish discharge, usually the result of an inflammation of the cervix, is:
|
|
|
libido
|
A normal psychologic impulse drive associated with sensuality, expressions of desire, or creativity is:
|
|
|
lipoma
|
Fatty tumor that is a soft, movable, subcutaneous nodule is a(n):
|
|
|
lobular carcinoma
|
Breast cancer arising from the ends of milk ducts is also called:
|
|
|
lordosis
|
A patient who has an exaggerated anterior curvature of the lumbar vertebrae has:
|
|
|
lumbago
|
The term for lower back pain is:
|
|
|
lymphadenopathy
|
A disease of the lymph nodes or vessels that may be localized or generalized is:
|
|
|
lymphangitis
|
Inflammation of a lymph vessel is:
|
|
|
lymphedema
|
An accumulation of lymphatic fluid and resultant swelling caused by obstruction, removal, or hypoplasia of lymph vessels is:
|
|
|
lymphocytopenia
|
A deficiency of lymphocytes is also called:
|
|
|
lymphocytosis
|
An abnormal increase of lymphocytes is called:
|
|
|
macrotia
|
A patient with abnormally large auricles has:
|
|
|
macular
|
The M in the abbreviation ARMD stands for:
|
|
|
malignant thymoma
|
Another term for thymic cancer is:
|
|
|
malignant thymoma
|
What is a rare cancer of the thymus gland?
|
|
|
malocclusion
|
The healthcare term for an abnormal bite is:
|
|
|
malocclusion
|
Condition in which the teeth do not touch properly when the mouth is closed is:
|
|
|
malunion
|
If a bone does not mend and realign correctly, it is considered a:
|
|
|
mastitis
|
A patient with an inflammation of the breast has:
|
|
|
mastoiditis
|
Inflammation of the mastoid process of the temporal bone is called:
|
|
|
mastoptosis
|
The medical term for drooping or sagging of a breasts is called:
|
|
|
mature teratoma of the ovary
|
Another term for a dermatoid cyst is:
|
|
|
meconium
|
The first feces of the newborn is:
|
|
|
meconium staining
|
Fetal distress may be indicated by:
|
|
|
medulloblastoma
|
Cancer arising from embryonic tissue in cerebellum is:
|
|
|
melena
|
What is the term for black, tarry stools?
|
|
|
Ménière disease
|
A chronic condition of the inner ear characterized by vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus is:
|
|
|
meningioma
|
A slow growing, usually benign tumor of the meninges is:
|
|
|
meningitis
|
An infection or inflammation of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord is:
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meningomyelocele
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A herniation of the spinal cord and its covering membranes is:
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menometrorrhagia
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Excessive menstrual flow and uterine bleeding other than that caused by menstruation is:
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menorrhagia
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An abnormally heavy or prolonged menstrual period, which may be an indication of fibroids, is:
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mental retardation
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A condition of subaverage intellectual ability is:
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mesothelioma
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The healthcare term for the rare malignancy of pleura often caused by asbestos exposure is:
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metrorrhagia
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Uterine bleeding not caused by menstruation is called:
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MI
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Cardiac tissue death that occurs when a coronary artery is occluded is:
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microtia
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A patient with abnormally small auricles has:
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migraine
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Headache of vascular origin is:
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milia
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What are tiny, superficial, keratinous cysts caused by clogged oil ducts?
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miliaria
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Occluded sweat ducts causing minute vesicles and papules often with surrounding erythema is:
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mitral stenosis
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Narrowing of the valve between the left atrium and the left ventricle is called:
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mitral valve prolapse
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Drooping of one or both cusps of the mitral valve back into the left atrium:
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mononucleosis
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An increase in the number of agranulocytes caused by the Epstein-Barr virus is:
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monoparesis
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Slight paralysis of one limb on one side of the body is called:
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monoplegia
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Paralysis of one limb on one side of the body is called:
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MR
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A backflow of blood from the left ventricle into the left atrium in systole across a diseased valve is:
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MS
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A neurodegenerative disease characterized by destruction of the myelin sheaths of the CNS neurons is:
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mucositis
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Inflammation of the mucous membranes is called:
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multiple myeloma
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Plasma cell dyscrasia is also called:
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murmur
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An abnormal heart sound heard during systole, diastole, or both is a:
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muscular dystrophy
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A group of disorders characterized as an inherited progressive atrophy of skeletal muscle without neural involvement is:
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MVP
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A protrusion of one or both cusps of the valve on the left side of the heart back into the left upper chamber is:
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myasthenia gravis
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A usually severe condition characterized by fatigue and progressive muscle weakness, especially of the face and throat, is:
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myopia
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Nearsightedness is:
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myringitis
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Inflammation of the eardrum caused by a bacterial or viral infection is:
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narcolepsy
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What is a disorder characterized by sudden attacks of sleep?
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narrowing
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A stricture refers to a(n):
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narrowing
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The "stenosis" in spinal stenosis refers to an abnormal condition of:
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nausea
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The sensation of the urge to vomit is:
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nausea
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Sensation that accompanies the urge to vomit, but does not always lead to vomiting is:
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nausea
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The sensation that accompanies the urge to vomit is:
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necrosis
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The term for tissue death is:
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nephritis
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An inflammation of the kidney is:
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nephropathy
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A general term for kidney disease is:
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nephroptosis
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What is a prolapse or sagging of the kidney?
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nephrosclerosis
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Hardening of the arteries of the kidney is:
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nephrosclerosis
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Hardening of the arteries of the kidneys is called:
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nephrosis
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What is an abnormal group of symptoms in the kidney, characterized by proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, and edema?
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neuralgia
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A synonym for nerve pain is:
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neuritis
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Inflammation of the nerves is:
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neuroblastoma
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Cancer arising from autonomic nervous system or adrenal medulla is:
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neurofibroma
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A benign fibrous tumor of the nerves is called a(n):
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neuroma
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A benign tumor of the nerves is called a(n):
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neutropenia
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An abnormal decrease of neutrophils is:
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nevus
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A mole is a synonym for a:
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NGU
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Inflammation of the urethra caused by <i>Chlamydia trachomatis</i>, <i>Mycoplasma genitalium</i>, or <i>Ureaplasma urealyticum</i> is:
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nocturia
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A condition of excessive urination at night is:
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nonautoimmune acquired hemolytic anemia
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Anemia that may be drug induced or caused by an infectious disease is:
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non-Hodgkin lymphoma
|
What is the medical term for all lymphatic cancers, except Hodgkin lymphoma?
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nonseminoma
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The majority of testicular cancer cases are:
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non-small cell carcinoma
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The most prevalent type of lung cancer is called:
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nuchal cord
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What is an abnormal but common appearance of the umbilical cord wrapped around the neck of the neonate?
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nyctalopia
|
Inability to see well in dim light is:
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nymphomania
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Relentless drive in the female to achieve sexual orgasm is:
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nystagmus
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Involuntary, back-and-forth eye movements caused by a disorder of the labyrinth of the ear is:
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obsessive compulsive disorder
|
A patient with an anxiety disorder characterized by preoccupation to perform rituals has:
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obstipation
|
Extreme constipation and intestinal obstruction is:
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obstruction
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An ileus is a(n):
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oligohydramnios
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Low or missing (scanty) amniotic fluid is called:
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oligomenorrhea
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Scanty, infrequent mentrual flow is also called:
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oligospermia
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Related to azoospermia, a condition of temporary or permanent deficiency of sperm in the seminal fluid is:
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oliguria
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Scanty urination is:
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omphalocele
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What is another term for an umbilical hernia?
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onychia
|
A term for inflammation of the nail is:
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onychocryptosis
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A patient with an ingrown nail has:
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onycholysis
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Separation of the nail plate from the nail bed is called:
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onychomalacia
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Softening of the nails is called:
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onychomycosis
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Fungal infection of the nails is:
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oophoritis
|
A synonym for inflammation of an ovary is:
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ophthalmia neonatorum
|
Severe, purulent conjunctivitis in the newborn is:
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optic neuritis
|
Inflammation of the optic nerve is also called:
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orchitis
|
What is an inflammation of the testicles that may or may not be associated with the mumps virus?
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orthopnea
|
What is the condition in which a person must sit or stand to breathe comfortably?
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orthopnea
|
What is a condition of difficult breathing unless in an upright position?
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orthostatic hypotension
|
Low blood pressure upon rising to a standing position is:
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OSA
|
What is the medical term for the temporary lack of breathing during sleep?
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osteitis deformans
|
Misshapen bone resulting from inflammation (also known as Paget disease) is called:
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osteoarthritis
|
A joint disease characterized by degenerative articular cartilage and a wearing down of the bones' edges at the joint is:
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osteochondritis
|
What is the correct spelling of the term that means an inflammation of the bone and the cartilage?
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osteodynia
|
Bone pain is also called:
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osteomalacia
|
Softening of bone caused by a loss of minerals from the bony matrix as a result of Vitamin D deficiency;
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osteomyelitis
|
Infection of the bone and the bone marrow is:
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osteomyelitis
|
What is the correct spelling of the term that means an inflammation of the bone and the bone marrow?
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osteophytosis
|
Abnormal bone growth in a joint is:
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osteoporosis
|
Loss of bone mass resulting in the bones being fragile and at risk for fractures is:
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osteosarcoma
|
A malignant tumor of bone is also called:
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otalgia
|
The synonym for earache is:
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otitis media
|
Inflammation of the middle ear is also called:
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otorrhea
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A discharge from the auditory canal is called:
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otosclerosis
|
The medical term for development of bone around the oval window is:
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ovarian cyst
|
A benign, fluid-filled sac that may be of follicular or corpus luteal origin is a(n):
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ovarian cyst
|
A benign , fluid filled sac (of female gonad) is also called:
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Paget disease of the breast
|
Malignancy of the nipple is:
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pallor
|
Paleness of skin and/or mucous membranes is:
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palpitation
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Pounding or racing of the heart is:
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pancreatitis
|
The medical term for inflammation of the pancreas is:
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pancytopenia
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A deficiency of all blood cells is:
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panhypopituitarism
|
Deficiency or lack of all pituitary hormones causing hypotension, weight loss, weakness, and loss of libido is:
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papilloma
|
The benign tumor named for its nipple like appearance is called:
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papul/o
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A pimple is a:
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paracusis
|
Abnormality of hearing is called:
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paralysis
|
Loss of muscle function and/or sensation is called:
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|
|
paranoid personality
|
A disorder in which a person exhibits inappropriately suspicious behavior, self-importance, a lack of ability to forgive perceived insults, and an extreme sense of personal rights is _____ disorder.
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paranoid schizophrenia
|
A patient with stable, persistent delusions accompanied by auditory hallucinations has:
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paraparesis
|
Slight paralysis of the lower limbs and trunk is:
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paraplegia
|
Paralysis of the lower limbs and trunk is:
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parasomnia
|
Abnormal activation of physiologic functions during the sleep cycle is:
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paresthesia
|
A feeling of prickling, burning, or numbness is:
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paresthesia
|
An abnormal sensation, such as prickling is:
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paronychia
|
The healthcare term for an infection of the skin beside the nail is:
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patch
|
What is the larger version of a macule?
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patellar
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A fracture of the kneecap is a _____ fracture.
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pathologic
|
Fractures that result from an underlying disease are called spontaneous or:
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PD
|
A progressive, neurodegenerative disease characterized by tremors; fasciculations; slow, shuffling gait; hypokinesia; dysphasia; and dysphagia is:
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PD
|
Recurrent, unpredictable attacks of severe anxiety that are not restricted to any particular situation are:
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PDA
|
An abnormal opening between the pulmonary artery and the aorta is:
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|
|
pediculosis
|
A parasitic infestation with lice involving the head, body, or genital area is:
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pedophilia
|
Sexual preference, either in fantasy or actuality, for children as a means of achieving sexual excitement and gratification is:
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|
peptic ulcer disease
|
An erosion of the protective mucosal lining of the stomach or duodenum is called:
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|
|
percentage of body affected by burns
|
Rule of nines describes the:
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pericarditis
|
The medical term for inflammation of the sac surrounding the heart is:
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periodontal
|
Patients with disorders of the gums have ____ disease.
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peripheral arterial occlusion
|
Blockage of blood flow to the extremities is also called:
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|
peripheral vascular disease
|
Vascular disorders limited to the extremities are called:
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|
|
peritonitis
|
An inflammation of the lining of the abdominal cavity is:
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pernicious
|
Anemia that results from a lack of intrinsic factor essential for the absorption of vitamin B<font face="GG Subscript">12</font> is _____ anemia.
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persistent mood disorders
|
A group of longterm, cyclic mood disorders is called:
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pertussis
|
A patient with a bacterial respiratory infection characterized by a high pitched "whoop" has:
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petechiae
|
Another term for tiny ecchymoses within the dermal layer is:
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|
pharyngitis
|
The general term for inflammation of the throat is:
|
|
|
pheochromocytoma
|
Oversecretion of epinephrine and norepinephrine is:
|
|
|
phimosis
|
The congenital condition of tightening of the foreskin around the glans penis is:
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|
|
photophobia
|
A patient with extreme sensitivity to light has:
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|
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pilonidal cyst
|
The general term for a growth of hair in a cyst in the sacral region is:
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|
placenta previa
|
A placenta that is malpositioned over the opening of the cervix is:
|
|
|
plantar fasciitis
|
An inflammation of the covering of the muscle on the sole of the foot is:
|
|
|
pleural effusion
|
An abnormal accumulation of fluid in the intrapleural space is a:
|
|
|
pleurisy
|
Inflammation of the parietal pleura is:
|
|
|
pleurodynia
|
Pain in the chest caused by inflammation of the intercostal muscles is:
|
|
|
PMDD
|
A psychiatric mood disorder before the onset of menstruation is:
|
|
|
PMS
|
A poorly understood group of symptoms (syndrome) occurring on a cyclical basis: breast pain, irritability, fluid retention, headache, and lack of coordination is:
|
|
|
pneumoconiosis
|
An abnormal condition of dust in the lungs is:
|
|
|
pneumonia
|
Inflammation of the lungs caused by a variety of pathogens is:
|
|
|
pneumothorax
|
Air or gas in the pleural cavity is called:
|
|
|
polycystic kidney disease
|
An inherited disorder characterized by an enlargement of the kidneys caused by many bilateral renal cysts is:
|
|
|
polycystic ovary
|
The bilateral presence of numerous cysts in the female gonads caused by a hormonal abnormality leading to the secretion of androgens is a(n):
|
|
|
polycythemia vera
|
What is a chronic increase in the number of RBCs and the concentration of hemoglobin?
|
|
|
polydactyly
|
The baby was born with six fingers on her right hand. She has:
|
|
|
polydactyly
|
What is the correct spelling of the term for extra fingers or toes?
|
|
|
polydipsia
|
A condition of excessive thirst is:
|
|
|
polydipsia
|
The condition of excessive thirst is:
|
|
|
polyhydramnios
|
Excessive fluid surrounding the embryo is:
|
|
|
polymenorrhea
|
Abnormally frequent menstrual flow is:
|
|
|
polymyositis
|
An inflammation of a number of voluntary muscles is called:
|
|
|
polyneuritis
|
Inflammation of many nerves is:
|
|
|
polyp
|
A benign growth that may occur in the intestines is a(n):
|
|
|
polyphagia
|
The condition of excessive appetite is:
|
|
|
polyps
|
Small tumorlike growths that project from a mucous membrane surface are:
|
|
|
polyuria
|
The condition of excessive urination is:
|
|
|
postlaminectomy syndrome
|
A group of symptoms that occurs after a removal of a piece of a vertebra is:
|
|
|
precordial pain
|
What is chest pain over the heart and lower thorax?
|
|
|
prediabetes
|
Blood glucose level higher than normal, but not enough for Type 2 diabetes diagnosis is also called:
|
|
|
preeclampsia
|
An abnormal condition of pregnancy marked by hypertension, edema, and proteinuria is:
|
|
|
premature ejaculation
|
Involuntary, anxiety induced release of semen during sexual activity is called:
|
|
|
presbycusis
|
Loss of hearing sometimes resulting from the aging process is:
|
|
|
presbyopia
|
Progressive loss of elasticity of the lens, usually accompanying aging is:
|
|
|
proctitis
|
Inflammation of the rectum and anus is called:
|
|
|
proctitis
|
A synonym for rectitis is:
|
|
|
prolactinoma
|
What is the most common pituitary tumor?
|
|
|
prostatitis
|
A patient with an inflammation of the gland inferior to the urinary bladder and surrounding the urethra has:
|
|
|
pruritus
|
The healthcare term for "itching" is:
|
|
|
pruritus ani
|
Common chronic condition of itching of the skin surrounding the anus is:
|
|
|
psoriasis
|
Common chronic skin disorder characterized by circumscribed, salmon-red patches covered by thick, dry, silvery scales that are the result of excessive development of epithelial cells is:
|
|
|
psychosis
|
Disassociation with an impaired perception of reality, which may be accompanied by hallucinations, delusions, incoherence, akathisia, or disorganized behavior is:
|
|
|
PTSD
|
Extended emotional response to a traumatic event with symptoms that may include flashbacks, anhedonia, hypervigilance, and insomnia is:
|
|
|
pulmonary abscess
|
A localized accumulation of pus in a lung is:
|
|
|
pulmonary congestion
|
Excessive amount of blood in vessels of the lungs is also known as:
|
|
|
pulmonary edema
|
Accumulation of fluid in the lung tissue is:
|
|
|
pulmonary hamartoma
|
A benign tumor of abnormal tissue in the respiratory tract is called:
|
|
|
purpura
|
A massive hemorrhage into the tissues under the skin is a(n):
|
|
|
purpura
|
Hemorrhaging into the tissues is:
|
|
|
PVC
|
Ventricular ectopic beats are:
|
|
|
pyarthrosis
|
An abnormal condition of pus in a joint cavity is:
|
|
|
pyelonephritis
|
Infection of the renal pelvis and parenchyma of the kidney is:
|
|
|
pyloric stenosis
|
Narrowing of the muscle between the stomach and duodenum is called:
|
|
|
pyorrhea
|
A purulent discharge from the tissue surrounding the teeth is:
|
|
|
pyosalpinx
|
Pus in the fallopian tubes is:
|
|
|
pyothorax
|
Empyema is:
|
|
|
pyrexia
|
Fever is:
|
|
|
pyromania
|
An uncontrollable impulse to set fires is:
|
|
|
pyuria
|
The condition of pus in the urine is:
|
|
|
quadriparesis
|
Slight paralysis of arms, legs, and trunk is:
|
|
|
quadriplegia
|
Paralysis of arms, legs, and trunk is:
|
|
|
radiculitis
|
What is the correct spelling of the term for an inflammation of a nerve root?
|
|
|
radiculitis
|
Inflammation of a spinal nerve root is:
|
|
|
rales
|
A synonym for crackles is:
|
|
|
Raynaud disease
|
An idiopathic disease of the peripheral vascular system that causes intermittent cyanosis and/or erythema of the distal ends of the fingers and/or toes is:
|
|
|
Raynaud phenomenon
|
A unilateral circulatory disease secondary to rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, or trauma is:
|
|
|
regional enteritis
|
Crohn disease is:
|
|
|
regurgitation
|
The return of swallowed food to the mouth is also called:
|
|
|
renal
|
High blood pressure caused by kidney disease is _____ hypertension.
|
|
|
renal colic
|
Severe pain associated with stones lodged in the ureter is:
|
|
|
retinal tear
|
Separation of the retina from the choroid layer is called:
|
|
|
retinitis pigmentosa
|
A hereditary, degenerative disease marked by nyctalopia and a progressive loss of the visual field is:
|
|
|
retinoblastoma
|
What is an inherited condition that arises from embryonic retinal cells?
|
|
|
retroflexion
|
The uterus is tipped backwards in:
|
|
|
Rett disorder
|
Initial normal functioning characterized by loss of social and intellectual functioning is:
|
|
|
Rh
|
HDN is a disorder of a mismatch between mother and fetus of what factor?
|
|
|
rhabdomyolysis
|
A breakdown of skeletal muscle is called:
|
|
|
rhabdomyoma
|
A benign skeletal and/or striated muscle tumor is:
|
|
|
rheumatoid
|
What is the correct spelling of a term that refers to a type of arthritis that is believed to be an autoimmune disorder?
|
|
|
rheumatoid arthritis
|
An inflammatory joint disease believed to be autoimmune in nature that normally occurs in a population aged 20 to 45 years is:
|
|
|
rhinitis
|
Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose is also called:
|
|
|
rhinomycosis
|
An abnormal condition of fungus in the nose is:
|
|
|
rhinorrhea
|
A discharge from the nose is called:
|
|
|
rhinosalpingitis
|
Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose and eustachian tubes is:
|
|
|
rhonchi
|
What are abnormal rumbling sounds heard on auscultation?
|
|
|
rickets
|
Osteomalacia occurring during childhood is called:
|
|
|
rosacea
|
A chronic inflammatory disorder that occurs in fair-skinned individuals that is characterized by erythema, telangiectasia, papules, and pustules is:
|
|
|
RSV
|
What is the most common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in infants and is highly contagious in young children?
|
|
|
ruptured tympanic membrane
|
The medical term for a perforated eardrum is:
|
|
|
SAD
|
Weather-induced depression resulting from decreased exposure to sunlight in autumn and winter is:
|
|
|
sadomasochism
|
A preference for sexual activity that involves the infliction and/or reception of pain is:
|
|
|
salpingitis
|
Another name for PID is:
|
|
|
satyriasis
|
Relentless drive to achieve sexual orgasm in the male is:
|
|
|
scabies
|
A parasitic infestation caused by mites and characterized by a pruritic, papular rash is:
|
|
|
schizoid
|
A condition in which the patient withdraws into a fantasy world with little need for social interaction is _____ personality disorder; most patients have a limited capacity to experience pleasure or to express their feelings.
|
|
|
schizophrenic disorders
|
Disorders characterized by fundamental distortions of thinking and perception, coupled with affects that are inappropriate or blunted are:
|
|
|
schizotypal disorder
|
Borderline schizophrenia is also called:
|
|
|
sciatica
|
Inflammation of a specific nerve causing pain and tenderness along its path through the thigh and leg is:
|
|
|
scoliosis
|
A lateral S curve of the spine is
|
|
|
scoliosis
|
What is the term for a lateral S curve of the spine?
|
|
|
scotoma
|
A blind spot is a(n):
|
|
|
seborrheic dermatitis
|
Inflammatory scaling disease of the scalp and face; in newborns, known as cradle cap is:
|
|
|
seborrheic keratosis
|
A benign, circumscribed, pigmented, superficial, warty skin lesion that may be accompanied by pruritus is:
|
|
|
second
|
A partial-thickness burn in which the first and second layers of the skin are affected is also called a _____-degree burn.
|
|
|
secondary
|
The type of hypertension caused by another disease is:
|
|
|
seizures
|
What is a neuromuscular response to abnormal electrical activity within the brain, also called convulsions?
|
|
|
sensorineural hearing loss
|
Hearing loss from damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve is:
|
|
|
sequestrum
|
What is the correct spelling of the term that means dead bone?
|
|
|
sexual anhedonia
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Inability to enjoy sexual pleasure is:
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shingles
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Another term for the acute, painful, infectious rash caused by a reactivation of the latent varicella zoster virus is:
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shingles
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An acute infection caused by the virus that causes chicken pox is:
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SIADH
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Oversecretion of ADH leading to the inability to excrete diluted urine is also known as:
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sialadenitis
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An inflammation of a salivary gland is called:
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sick sinus syndrome
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Any abnormality of the sinus node:
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sickle cell anemia
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An inherited form of anemia characterized by a crescent-shaped RBC is:
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sickle cell crisis
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An acute, painful exacerbation of sickle cell disease is called:
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sideropenia
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A type of iron deficiency anemia is:
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Simmonds
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Deficiency of secretion of all pituitary hormones is _____ disease.
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singultus
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Sound produced by the involuntary contraction of the diaphragm, followed by a rapid closure of the glottis is:
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sinusitis
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A medical term for inflammation of the paranasal sinuses is:
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small cell carcinoma
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Oat cell carcinoma; second most common lung cancer is also called:
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SOB
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Breathlessness; air hunger is:
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SOB
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What is breathlessness; the inability to fill the lungs adequately?
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somatoform
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Any disorder that has unfounded physical complaints by the patient, despite medical assurance that no physiologic problem exists is _____ disorder.
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somnambulism
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Sleepwalking is:
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spasm
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Involuntary muscle contraction of sudden onset is called:
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spina bifida
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The abnormal opening of spinal cord allowing protrusion of meninges and/or spinal cord is called:
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spina bifida occulta
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A congenital malformation of the bony spinal canal without involvement of the spinal cord is:
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spondylitis
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What is the correct spelling of the term for inflammation of the spine?
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spondylolisthesis
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A condition resulting from the partial forward dislocation of one vertebra over the one beneath it is:
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spondylolisthesis
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What is the correct spelling of the term that means a slipping of the vertebrae?
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spondylosis
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A stiffening of the vertebral joints is:
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spontaneous abortion
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Termination of a pregnancy before the fetus is viable is called:
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sprain
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A traumatic injury to a joint involving the ligaments is a:
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sputum
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Mucus coughed up from the lungs is:
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squamous cell carcinoma
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A slower growing common skin cancer is:
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squamous cell carcinoma
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NSCLC originating in the squamous epithelium of the larger bronchi is:
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squamous cell carcinoma of the cervix
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The most common type of cervical cancer is:
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status epilepticus
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A condition of intense, unrelenting, life-threatening seizures is:
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STDs
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Gonorrhea, HSV-2, and syphilis are examples of:
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strabismus
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Lack of coordination between the eyes, a squint, is:
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strain
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Overstretching or overuse of a muscle is a:
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strangulation
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Constriction of a tubular structure, including intestines, leading to an impedance of circulation is:
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stria
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A stretch mark is a(n):
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stridor
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What is the term for a high-pitched inspiratory sound from the larynx?
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subluxation
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A bone that is partially out of its joint is a:
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superficial
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The epidermis only is damaged in a _________ burn.
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superficial partial thickness burn
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A burn of the papillary layer of the dermis is known as a:
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SVT
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Inflammation of a superficial vein accompanied by clot formation is:
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syncope
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Fainting is:
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syncope
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Fainting is:
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syndactyly
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A condition of the joining of the fingers or toes is:
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syndactyly
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What is the correct spelling of a term that means webbed fingers or toes?
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synechia
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Adhesion of the iris to the lens and the cornea is:
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syphilis
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What is a multistage STD caused by the spirochete <i>Treponema pallidum</i>?
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tachycardia
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The synonym for a rapid heartbeat is:
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tachypnea
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Rapid, shallow breathing is:
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talipes
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Another term for clubfoot is:
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talipes
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What is the correct spelling of a term that means a deformity resulting in an abnormal twisting of the foot?
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Tay-Sachs disease
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What is the inherited disease that occurs mainly in people of Eastern European Jewish origin; characterized by an enzyme deficiency that results in CNS deterioration?
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TCC
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The most common bladder cancer is:
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tendinitis
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Inflammation of a tendon is called:
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teratoma
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A synonym for a dermatoid cyst is:
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testicular torsion
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Twisting of a testicle on its spermatic cord, usually caused by trauma, is:
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testitis
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What is a synonym for orchitis?
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tetany
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Continuous muscle spasms are:
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tetralogy of Fallot
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Congenital anomaly that consists of four cardiac defects is called:
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thalassemia
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A group of inherited disorders in which the anemia is the result of a decrease in the synthesis of hemoglobin is:
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thelitis
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A synonym for acromastitis is:
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third
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Degree of burn that is known as a full-thickness burn affecting the subcutaneous tissue is:
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thoracodynia
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Chest pain is:
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thrill
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Fine vibration felt by the examiner on touch is a:
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thrombocytopenia
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A deficiency of clotting cells is:
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thrombophlebitis
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Inflammation of either deep or superficial veins with the formation of one or more blood clots is:
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thymoma
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Noncancerous tumor of epithelial origin often associated with myasthenia gravis is:
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thymoma
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Noncancerous tumor of epithelial origin often associated with myasthenia gravis is called:
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thyroid carcinoma
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Follicular and papillary are the most common forms of:
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tinea capitis
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Ringworm of the scalp is:
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tinea pedis
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The healthcare term for "athlete's foot" is:
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tinnitus
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Abnormal sound heard in one or both ears; may be a ringing, buzzing, or jingling, is:
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TMJ
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A patient with a dysfunctional temporomandibular joint has what disorder?
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tolerance
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The state in which the body becomes accustomed to the substances ingested, requiring greater amounts to create the desired effect is:
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tonic clonic seizure
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Temporary loss of consciousness and severe muscle spasms is:
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torticollis
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A congenital or acquired condition that manifests itself as a contraction of muscles of the neck is:
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torticollis
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What is the correct spelling of the term for wryneck?
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Tourette syndrome
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An abnormal condition characterized by facial grimaces, tics, involuntary arm and shoulder movements, and involuntary vocalizations is:
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tracheomalacia
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An abnormal softening of the windpipe is:
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tracheostenosis
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An abnormal narrowing of the windpipe is:
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transient ischemic attack
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Ischemia of cerebral tissue with sequelae that may include paralysis, weakness, speech defects, and/or sensory changes that last less than 24 hours is:
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tremors
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Rhythmic, quivering, purposeless skeletal muscle movements is also called:
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trichotillomania
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An uncontrollable impulse to pull one's hair out by the roots is:
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tricuspid stenosis
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Narrowing of valve between right atrium and right ventricle:
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tuberculosis
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A chronic infectious disease caused by an acid-fast bacillus is:
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tumor
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A nodule more than 2 cm is termed a:
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tympany
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Low-pitched, resonant sound from the chest is:
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type 1 diabetes
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Total lack of insulin production with symptoms of polydipsia, polyphagia, polyuria, blurred vision, fatigue, and frequent infections is:
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type 1 diabetes
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Which disease was previously called IDDM?
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type 2 diabetes
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Deficient insulin production associated with obesity and family history is:
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type 2 diabetes
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Which disease was previously called NIDDM?
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ulcer
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What is the term for a circumscribed, craterlike lesion?
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ulcerative colitis
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Chronic inflammation of the colon and rectum manifesting itself with bouts of profuse watery diarrhea is:
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urethra
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The prostate surrounds the:
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urethral stricture
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A urethral stenosis is the same as:
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urethritis
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An inflammation of the tube that leads urine from the bladder to the outside of the body is:
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urethritis
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Inflammation of the urethra is:
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urgency
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What is the intense sensation of the need to urinate immediately?
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urinary incontinence
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The term for the inability to hold urine is:
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urinary retention
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An individual who is not able to release urine has:
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urolithiasis
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Stones in the urinary tract is also called:
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UTI
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An infection anywhere in the urinary system is a:
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uveitis
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Inflammation of the iris, ciliary body, and choroid layer is:
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vaginal prolapse
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Downward displacement of the vagina is:
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vaginitis
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Inflammation of the vagina is also called:
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valvulitis
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Inflammation of a valve is:
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varicocele
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An abnormal dilation of the veins of the spermatic cord that can lead to infertility is:
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varicose vein
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An elongated, dilated superficial vein with an incompetent valve is called a:
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vasculitis
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Another term for inflammation of the blood vessels is:
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vasovagal attack
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A form of fainting that results from abrupt emotional stress is:
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venous distension
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A patient with enlarged or swollen veins has:
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verrucae
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Common, contagious epithelial growths, usually appearing on the skin of the hands, feet, legs, and face; can be caused by any of 60 types of HPV; also called warts, is:
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vertigo
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Dizziness is:
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vertigo
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Abnormal sensation of movement when there is none, dizziness, is:
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vesicle
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What is a circumscribed, raised lesion containing fluid?
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vesicoureteral reflux
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An abnormal backflow of urine from the bladder to the ureter is:
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vesiculitis
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An inflammation of a seminal vesicle, normally associated with prostatitis, is:
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vitiligo
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Benign acquired disease of unknown origin consisting of irregular patches of various sizes that lack pigment is:
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volvulus
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Twisting of the intestines is:
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voyeurism
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A condition in which an individual derives sexual pleasure and gratification from surreptitiously looking at individuals engaged in intimate behavior is:
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VSD
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A hole in the wall between the lower chambers of the heart is:
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vulvitis
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The healthcare term for inflammation of external female genitalia is:
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vulvodynia
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Pain of the external female genitalia is:
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vuvovaginitis
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Inflammation of external genitalia and the vagina is:
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wheals
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Another name for the circumscribed, elevated papules caused by localized edema, commonly resulting from an allergic reaction is:
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wheezing
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A whistling sound made during breathing is:
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Wilms tumor
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Another term for a nephroblastoma is:
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withdrawal state
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A group of syndromes that occurs during the cessation of the use of a regularly taken drug is:
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xeroderma
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Mild form of ichthyosis is:
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xerophthalmia
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Dry eye; lack of adequate tear production to lubricate the eye is:
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pustule
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The term for a superficial, elevated lesion containing pus that may be the result of an infection, such as acne is:
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