Exam (elaborations) EMA1501

, a benign superficial wart-like growth on the epithelial tissue is called a - CORRECT
ANSWERS-papilloma

a common skin disorder with flare-ups of red papules covered with silvery scales is -
CORRECT ANSWERS-psoriasis

a fluid-filled sac in the scrotum along the spermatic cord leading from the testicles is -
CORRECT ANSWERS-hydrocele

a large purple discoloration due to bleeding under the skin is called a bruise or -
CORRECT ANSWERS-ecchymosis

abnormal non-malignant enlargement of the thyroid gland is called - CORRECT
ANSWERS-goiter

abnormal protrusion of the eyeball out of the orbit is called - CORRECT ANSWERS-
exophthalmos

ac - CORRECT ANSWERS-before meals

ACTH - CORRECT ANSWERS-stimulates the growth and secretions of the adrenal
cortex

also called venipuncture, is the puncture of a vein to draw a blood sample - CORRECT
ANSWERS-phlebotomy

an abnormally high concentration of glucose in the blood is called - CORRECT
ANSWERS-hyperglycemia

an extreme deficiency in thyroid secretion is called adult hypothyroidism or - CORRECT
ANSWERS-myxedema

an inactive substance that is administered for its suggestive effects is called a -
CORRECT ANSWERS-placebo

an instrument that enlarges the opening of a canal or cavity, to inspect its interior -
CORRECT ANSWERS-speculum

an ultrasonic procedure used to evaluate cardiac structures and motion is called -
CORRECT ANSWERS-enchocardiography

any abnormal sound or murmur that is heard when auscultating an artery is called a -
CORRECT ANSWERS-bruit

brachial - CORRECT ANSWERS-inside the elbow