UConn Allied Health/Medical Terminology-Final Exam study
guide-South Windsor High School PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND
STUDY GUIDE COMPLETE ACCURATE EXAM ACTUAL QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS WITH DETAILED
RATIONALES (RELIABLE SOLUTIONS) A NEW UPDATED VERSION
2026 EDITION ||JUST RELEASED
APGAR Score 0-3:
Immediate life-saving intervention needed.
Genetic Counseling:
Involves a professional helping families understand the risks, benefits,
and results of genetic testing. It is a mix of science and emotional
support
IVF: (In Vitro Fertilization):
Eggs are harvested and fertilized by sperm in a lab, then transferred
to the uterus
PGD:(Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis):
Genetic testing performed on an embryo before it is implanted
during IVF to check for specific disorders
CVS: (Chorionic Villus Sampling):
Performed at 10-13 weeks. A sample of placental tissue is taken to test
for chromosomal abnormalities.
,Amniocentesis:
Performed at 15-20 weeks. A needle is used to withdraw amniotic fluid
(which contains fetal cells) from the uterus for testing.
OB/GYN:
A medical doctor specializing in female reproductive health and
surgery.
Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM):
Provides prenatal care and manages low-risk births.
Labor & Delivery Nurse:
Monitors the mother and baby during the active birth process.
Lactation Consultant:
Helps new parents navigate breastfeeding/chest feeding challenges.
, Genetic Counselor:
Interprets DNA tests and helps parents make informed family
planning decisions
Endocrine System:
Signals:
Hormones are secreted by glands directly into the blood.
Reception:
Hormones only affect target cells that have specific receptors for that
hormone.
Impact:
It influences almost every cell, organ, and function in our bodies,
including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.
Hypothalamus Location/Function:
Brain (above pituitary), The "Master Switchboard" links nervous and
endocrine systems.
Pituitary Location/Function:
Base of Brain, The "Master Gland" tells other glands what to do.
guide-South Windsor High School PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND
STUDY GUIDE COMPLETE ACCURATE EXAM ACTUAL QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS WITH DETAILED
RATIONALES (RELIABLE SOLUTIONS) A NEW UPDATED VERSION
2026 EDITION ||JUST RELEASED
APGAR Score 0-3:
Immediate life-saving intervention needed.
Genetic Counseling:
Involves a professional helping families understand the risks, benefits,
and results of genetic testing. It is a mix of science and emotional
support
IVF: (In Vitro Fertilization):
Eggs are harvested and fertilized by sperm in a lab, then transferred
to the uterus
PGD:(Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis):
Genetic testing performed on an embryo before it is implanted
during IVF to check for specific disorders
CVS: (Chorionic Villus Sampling):
Performed at 10-13 weeks. A sample of placental tissue is taken to test
for chromosomal abnormalities.
,Amniocentesis:
Performed at 15-20 weeks. A needle is used to withdraw amniotic fluid
(which contains fetal cells) from the uterus for testing.
OB/GYN:
A medical doctor specializing in female reproductive health and
surgery.
Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM):
Provides prenatal care and manages low-risk births.
Labor & Delivery Nurse:
Monitors the mother and baby during the active birth process.
Lactation Consultant:
Helps new parents navigate breastfeeding/chest feeding challenges.
, Genetic Counselor:
Interprets DNA tests and helps parents make informed family
planning decisions
Endocrine System:
Signals:
Hormones are secreted by glands directly into the blood.
Reception:
Hormones only affect target cells that have specific receptors for that
hormone.
Impact:
It influences almost every cell, organ, and function in our bodies,
including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.
Hypothalamus Location/Function:
Brain (above pituitary), The "Master Switchboard" links nervous and
endocrine systems.
Pituitary Location/Function:
Base of Brain, The "Master Gland" tells other glands what to do.
