ST Review

this incision is done in the right lower quadrant , the muscle fibers of the external oblique are separated rather than cut during an appendectomy

McBurney

the combining form fibul/o means

bone of the leg

an inflammation of the sac that contains synovial fluid is

bursitis

surgical binding or fusing of a joint

arthrodesis

hyperhidrosis

increased persperation

salpingitis

inflammation of the fallopian tubes

what is the term for the structures found in joints that provide lubrication and prevent friction

bursae

hyperopia

farsightedness

aphagia

inability to swallow

pc means

after meals

episiotomy

cutting of the vulva

what anatomical structure is viewed in the procedure colposcopy

vagina

an increase in the size of muscle cells is known as

hypertropy

the coronal plane divides

front to back

ecto-

outer

-centesis

surgical puncture

what is the term for the region found at the base of the skull

occipital

bronchiectasis

bronchi are dilated

glossitis

inflammation of the tongue

plural form of apex

apices

the disorder CVA affects

cerebrum

a solid elevation of skin that does not contain fluid

papule

what condition results from hyposecretion of insulin from the pancreas

diabetes mellitus

the mucous lined structure that links the middle ear and the pharynx and contains a valve enabling it to equalize pressure in the middle ear

eustachian tube

pediculosis

a condition of lice infestation

what provides enzymes that link amino acids for protein synthesis

ribosome

what refers to the translucent band that is seen best in thick, hairless skin

stratum lucidum

Cheyne-Stokes

abnormal pattern of breathing that include periods of apnea

what is the smallest salivary gland that secrets mucous

sublingual

glaucoma

high intraocular pressure that can cause blindness

an area of skin discoloration

macule

a component of the male reproductive system located inferior to the bladder, surrounds a portion of the urethra, and contains muscular tissue that helps expell semen

prostate gland

which region of the brain controls voluntary movement, speech, memory, logic, emotion, and consciousness

cerebrum

what progressive neurological disorder is characterized by rigidity, tremor, and bradykinesia

Parkinson's disease

macular degeneration

a loss of vision in the center of the visual field

what % of whole blood is plasma

55

CSF is produced in what area of the brain

ventricles

what structure is found in the inferior posterior region of the brain that has an outer portion composed of gray matter, an inner portion with branching white matter, and a name that means little brain

cerebellum

the movement of H2O through a semipermeable membrane from an area of higher concentration to lower concentration is

osmosis

connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone

tendon

connective tissue that connects bone to bone

ligament

a chronic inflammation of the synovial joints

rheumatoid arthritis

pain in the lower back that radiates down the leg

sciatica

gout is a form of

arthritis

the portion of the CNS responsible for controlling body temperature, water balance, and sleep

hypothalamus

what substance is secreted by the skin to keep it supple and waterproof

sebum

what vessel carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs

pulmonary artery

a systemic loss in bone mass

osteoporosis

an autoimmune disease that causes enlargement of the thyroid and subsequence hyperthryoidism

Grave's disease

a progressive neurological disorder charaterized by atrophy and eventual paralysis of all the muscles in the body

Lou Gehrig's disease

an autoimmune disorder that involves the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine

myasthenia gravis

herpes zoster is commonly known as

shingles

the part of the brain that cooridinates skeletal muscle movements and balance

cerebellum

an injured bone that is partially broken and partially whole

greenstick fracture

the slender tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder

ureter

what endocrine gland releases somatostatin

pancreas

most nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream by

small intestine

which gland secrets growth hormone, prolactin, oxycotin, TSH, and antidiuretic hormone

pituitary gland

which region of the brain controls body temperature, metabolism, and regulates the pleasure center of the brain

hypothalamus

the double stranded molecule that contains instructions for synthesizing protein

deoxyribonucleic acid

the tiny coiled tubes that are the functional units of the kidney

nephrons

what is the mucous lined structure that links the middle ear and the pharynx and contains a valve enabling it to equalize pressure iin the middle ear

eustacian tube

what is the name of the muscular structure lined with cilia that reaches from near the ovary to the uterus

fallopian tubes

the specialized conductive fibers that are located in the ventrical walls

purkinje fibers

a broken bone that protrudes through the skin

compound fracture

which organ of the lymph system is found in the upper left quardrant of the abdomen, below the diaphram and is protected by the ribs

spleen

which suction catheter is used during a cesarean section when meconium stained fluid is noted as the uterus is opened

DeLee

uremia

buildup of toxins in the blood due to kidney failure

osteomyelitis

inflammation of the bone and marrow

what is the autoimmune disease that involves the neurotransmitter acetylcholine

myasthenia gravis

pericardium

the sac that envelops that protects, envelops, and anchors the heart

what is the most common type of hip fracture

intertrochanteric hip fracture

what instrument is used during an endarterectomy to separate plaque from the tunica intima

Penfield or freer elevator

a procedure that involves an incision in the tympanic membrane to remove accumalated fluid from the middle ear to treat chronic otitis media

myringotomy

what structure or material is often used as a graft during a tympanoplasty

temporalis fascia

what tendon is used to reconstruct a torn anterior cruciate ligament of the knee

patellar tendon

which suture is the best choice for closing the peritenum and fascia together after an abdominal procedure such as a small bowel resection

#1 nonabsorbable

what instrument is used to clamp the branches of the mesentery artery during a colectomy

crile hemostat

to improve the airflow through the nose the surgeon would perfom

turbinate reduction

what is another name for abdominoplasty

panniculectomy

what is the name of the technique used to treat a recurrent glenohumeral dislocation of the shoulder

Bankart

the prostate gland is removed using a transverse incision into the space of Retzius to treat cancer of the prostate, this approach is called

suprapubic prostatecomy

a tonsillectomy is completed, what position is the patient placed in when transfered to the gurney

lateral

choledochoduodenostomy is the anastomosis of what two anatomical structures

common bile duct and the duodenum

what surgical procedure is performed using phacoemulsification through a small incision to remove a clouded crystalline lens

extracapsular cataract extraction

what type of implant is used to treat a midshaft fracture of the femur on an adult patient

intramedullary rod

the table attachment of a Bookwalter is secured

over the sterile drapes by the surgeon or assistant

an adult patient requires surgical intervention to the spleen to include ligation of the splenic vessels following trauma, what does the surgeon need immeadiately

Sarot or other large clamps and lap sponges

what is used to keep a man's bladder empty when he has benign prostate enlargement and uretheral blockage

Coude

an elastic adhesive bandage that provides strong compression and long lasting support to control and reduce postinjury edema

elastoplast

commonly used to immobilize femoral fractures in young children

hip spica cast

what group of instruments are placed against the strap muscle to facilitate the surgeon to grasp the thyroid gland and open the thyroid sheath

Green, USA, Weitlander

this drainage system is used in surgeries involving the head, neck, breast, and in some plastic surgeries, it collects fluid with a closed suction of 100c to 500c when compressed and connected to the drainage catheter

Jackson-Pratt

a petrolatum, antibacterial impregnated gauze used to help lessen the bioburden of a wound

xeroform

an intraparietal hernia of the musculoaponeurotic layer is most likely

a strangulated hernia below the linea arcuata

a type of one layer dressing that consists of a thin polyurethane membrane coated with a layer of acrylic adhesive used to cover small access port site incisions

opsite

eschar

burned or blackened skin

in what specialty is diathermy used

opthalmology

this is particularly valuable in neurosurgery and surgery of the eye for neoplasms, infected tissues, and vessel cauterizations

opthalmology

what monitor receives connecting cords from intra operative brain spatulas that retract the brain and guide the surgeon in avoiding critical functional areas

evoked response monitor