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