NHA CCMA EXAM WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS 2023
Acromial process
The outermost point of the spine of the shoulder blade
Anthropometric measurements
Set of techniques for determining an individuals body fat composition by measuring and recording dimensions of the body such as height and weigh...
NHA CCMA EXAM WITH 100% CORRECT
ANSWERS 2023
Acromial process - Correct Answer-The outermost point of the spine of the shoulder blade
Anthropometric measurements - Correct Answer-Set of techniques for determining an individuals body fat composition by measuring and recording dimensions of the body such as height and weight
Aorta - Correct Answer-The main trunk of the systemic arteries
Antecubital fossa - Correct Answer-the triangular cavity on the anterior section of the arm opposite the elbow
Aseptic - Correct Answer-Free from pathogenic micro-organisms
Autoclave - Correct Answer-An instrument that sterilizes equipment and supplies by high pressure saturated stream
Axillary - Correct Answer-the area on the human body under the joint that connects the arm to the shoulder
Brachial artery - Correct Answer-The major artery of the upper arm
Bradycardia - Correct Answer-a slow heart rate
Biohazard bag - Correct Answer-A container designed to collect any biological waste or product that has been contaminated with biological waste
bronchodilators - Correct Answer-A substance that dilates the bronchi in the lungs decreasing resistance in the respiratory airways
Celsius - Correct Answer-A scale for measuring temperature named for anders Celsius
Cerumen - Correct Answer-A yellow waxy substance secreted by the ear canal
Cidex - Correct Answer-A disinfectant and sterilization product of alkaline glutaraldehyde
Conjunctiva - Correct Answer-A clear mucous membrane that covers the inner surface of the eyelid and the white part of the eyeball Cyanotic - Correct Answer-Appearance of blue or purple skin
Diastolic/Diastole - Correct Answer-The period of time when the heart fills with blood after contraction
Deltoid - Correct Answer-The muscle forming the rounded contour of the shoulder, shaped almost like a letter D
EKG - Correct Answer-Electrocardiography, a test that records the electrical activity of the heart
Fahrenheit - Correct Answer-The temperature scale proposed in 1724 by Daniel Gariel Fahrenheit
Hemorrhoids - Correct Answer-External or internal swollen veins in the anal canal
Holter monitor - Correct Answer-A device that measures a patients cardiac activity over a period of time
Hypertension - Correct Answer-High blood pressure
Hypertensive crisis - Correct Answer-A severe increase in blood pressure which could result in stroke
Inner canthus - Correct Answer-The corner of the eye where the upper and lower eyelids meet
Intradermal Injection - Correct Answer-An injection within or between the layers of the skin
Intramuscular injection - Correct Answer-An injection of a substance directly into the muscle
Nebulizer - Correct Answer-A device that administers medication in a mist form
OSHA stands for - Correct Answer-Occupational Safety and Health Administration
otoscope - Correct Answer-a device used to look into the ears
Palpate - Correct Answer-To examine by touch
Parental medication - Correct Answer-Any medication that is administered in a route other than ingestion
Pediatrics - Correct Answer-Branch of medicine dealing with the care of infants, children, and adolescents Prehypertension - Correct Answer-A state of having a high normal blood pressure with the potential for developing high blood pressure
Pulmonary artery - Correct Answer-Artery that carries deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs
Respirations - Correct Answer-The vital sign assessment of observing the number of times the chest rises in 1 minute
Sharps container - Correct Answer-A puncture proof container designed specifically to safely dispose of needles, scalpels, and other sharp disposable medical instruments
Sims position - Correct Answer-Patient lies on the left side with the right knee sharply bent and resting on the exam table
Snellen chart - Correct Answer-A chart used to determine visual acuity
Sphygmomanometer - Correct Answer-A device for performing blood pressures ; includes the blood pressure cuff
Spirometer - Correct Answer-A device that measures the volume of air inhaled and exhaled from the lungs
Stethoscope - Correct Answer-A device for listening to the internal sounds of the body
Subcutaneous injection - Correct Answer-An injection of solution below the skin, into the
subcutaneous tissue
Supine position - Correct Answer-Patient lies on his or her back
Suture - Correct Answer-A stitch used to hold tissue together
Systolic / systole - Correct Answer-The contraction of the heart
Tachycardia - Correct Answer-An abnormally fast heartbeat
Temporal artery - Correct Answer-A major artery of the head, under the skin of the forehead
Topical - Correct Answer-Applied to the surface of the skin
Transdermal patch - Correct Answer-An adhesive patch, placed on the skin to administer a specific dose of medication through the skin and into the bloodstream
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