Biomedical Engineering Flashcards
1
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The word for two or more prosthesis is: A duo-prosthesis B multi-prosthesis C prosthesises D prostheses
A
prostheses
2
Q
A soldier getting a replacement limb would probably be fitted by: A An O&P specialist B An army medic C A veteran D A sergeant
A
An O&P specialist
3
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An orthotic is a replacement limb.
TRUE
FALSE
A
FALSE
4
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Typically a patient is fitted with a temporary prosthesis before getting a permanent replacement.
TRUE
FALSE
A
TRUE
5
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An orthotic is a device that: A Replaces a missing body part B Supports injured body parts C Prevents swelling of injured limbs D Is placed inside the body
A
Supports injured body parts
6
Q
Engineers who design prosthetic and orthotic devices work in an area called: A bioengineering B physical therapy C prosthetist D O&P
A
bioengineering
7
Q
New limbs are made from materials that are: A strong, flexible, and lightweight B delicate, flexible and lightweight C strong, firm, and lightweight D strong, flexible and heavyweight
A
strong, flexible, and lightweight
8
Q
A prosthetic is a brace or other device that supports or protects a part of the body.
TRUE
FALSE
A
FALSE
9
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A prosthesis is a replacement for a part of the body.
TRUE
FALSE
A
TRUE
10
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Orthotist
A
A licensed person that measures, designs, fabricates, fits, or services orthoses.
11
Q
Prosthetist
A
A licensed person who measures, designs, fabricates, fits, or services prostheses.
12
Q
Halo Brace
A
Orthosis used for unstable cervical fractures that have pins that immobilize the skull.
13
Q
Flexion
A
The bending of a joint.
14
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Amputee
A
A person who has had a limb amputated.
15
Q
Residual Limb
A
The remaining portion of the limb after amputation.
16
Q
Prosthetics
A
The making and fitting of artificial body parts.
17
Q
Socket
A
A prosthetic “container” for a residual limb or stump.
18
Q
Stump Sock
A
Fits the shape of the residual limb and is worn inside the socket.
19
Q
Carbon Fiber
A
A structural reinforcement in plastic composites.
20
Q
New materials for making prosthetics include: A rubber, silicone, and plastics B carbon fiber, silicone, and elastic C carbon fiber, wax, and plastics D carbon fiber, silicone, and plastics
A
carbon fiber, silicone, and plastics
21
Q
A licensed person who measures, designs, fabricates, fits, or services prostheses. A Prosthetist B Residual Limb C Halo Brace D Stump Sock
A
Prosthetist
22
Q
Which statement is true? For patients learning to use two prosthetic legs, it takes the:
A
Most energy to move if both legs are missing below the knee.
B
Least energy to move if both legs are missing above the knees.
C
Most energy to move if both legs are missing above the knees.
D
Most energy to move if one leg is missing above the knee and one below.
A
Most energy to move if both legs are missing above the knees.
23
Q
A traditional mold is made using concrete.
TRUE
FALSE
A
FALSE
24
Q
If a limb needs to be removed surgically, the operation is called: A laceration B incision C amputation D decapitation
A
amputation
25
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The making and fitting of artificial body parts.
A
Prosthetist
B
Prosthetics
C
Residual Limb
D
Carbon Fiber
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Prosthetics
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A person who has had a limb amputated.
A
Prosthetics
B
Residual Limb
C
Amputee
D
Prosthetics
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Amputee
27
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The part of the body that fits into the socket is called the:
A
end
B
joint
C
stump
D
stub
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stump
28
It's very critical for a prosthetic to fit a patient perfectly.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
29
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A prosthetic "container" for a residual limb or stump.
A
Socket
B
Residual Limb
C
Flexion
D
Prosthetics
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Socket
30
New limbs are made from materials that are light, strong, and flexible.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
31
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To make a good fit for a limb prostheses, the medical team usually:
A
Uses a soft material
B
Uses a rubbery material
C
Makes several versions to see which is best
D
Makes a mold
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Makes a mold
32
A young man who was in excellent shape before his accident, has a better ability to heal and become independent compared to older or less fit patients.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
33
Today, artificial limbs are still being made out of wood with leather straps that attach to the body.
TRUE
FALSE
FALSE
34
It takes more energy for patients to walk on prosthetic limbs than to use a cane, crutches, or walker.
TRUE
FALSE
FALSE
35
The nerves in our body use electricity to send signals through the body.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
36
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Engineers who design prosthetic hands studied how many fingers are required to perform most tasks. Which fingers are these?
A
Thumb and one finger
B
Thumb and three fingers
C
Thumb and two fingers
D
Thumb and four fingers
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Thumb and two fingers
37
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_______ refers to the physics of what happens when something is subjected to force and motion.
A
mechanics
B
acceleration
C
logistics
D
velocity
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mechanics
38
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Prosthetic hands and fingers are known as:
A
prosthetic digits
B
prosthetic extremity
C
prosthetic appendage
D
prosthetic claw
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prosthetic digits
39
An artificial hand cannot function like a real one.
TRUE
FALSE
FALSE
40
Myoelectric refers to:
A
The body’s electric signals that control muscles
B
The small electrical generator in a prosthetic
C
Electricity generated by a prosthetic
D
A prosthetic that fits onto the lower arm
The body’s electric signals that control muscles
41
A prosthetic arm presents different challenges from a prosthetic leg or foot.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
42
It is impossible for a person with an artificial hand to perform daily tasks like picking up a piece of paper.
TRUE
FALSE
FALSE
43
Bioengineering companies design prosthetics and devices that replace systems and parts in the human body.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
44
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The skin, or glove of a prosthetic, is made from:
A
nylon
B
elastic
C
wax
D
silicone
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silicone
45
The skin, or glove of a prosthetic comes in colors to match the patient’s skin tone.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
46
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The reason for choosing a slippery material for joint replacement is:
A
Tissue can grow into it
B
It’s easier to insert during surgery
C
That cells won’t cling to it
D
The bones can slide easily
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The bones can slide easily
47
Finding the right materials is one of the most important design issues to consider in developing an effective hip prosthesis.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
48
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The long chains in polyethylene make it a suitable material for a product that needs to be:
A
Strong
B
Sticky
C
Rouch
D
Heat-resistant
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Strong
49
A surgical stent is made from a mesh material, which allows the tissue in the artery to grown into the mesh framework.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
50
Arteriosclerosis is:
A
a blood clot
B
a device that takes X-rays from all directions to produce a three-dimension view inside a patient’s body.
C
a blood vessel that carries oxygen from the heart to all of the cells in the body.
D
a hardening of the arteries caused by fat deposits on the walls of the arteries.
a hardening of the arteries caused by fat deposits on the walls of the arteries.
51
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A blood clot is:
A
A collapsed artery that stops blood flow
B
A scar on an artery where a wound heals
C
A clump of cells that break off and block an artery
D
A twist in an artery that blocks blood flow
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A clump of cells that break off and block an artery
52
An infarction is an area of tissue that has lost blood supply and is dying or has died.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
53
An IV is used to provide fluids and medication to a patient.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
54
An artery is a blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart.
TRUE
FALSE
FALSE
55
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An acute myocardial infarction is a:
A
Heart attack
B
Traumatic brain injury
C
Blood clot in the lungs
D
Replacement limb
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Heart attack
56
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Anesthetic is:
A
a drug
B
a saline solution
C
a vitamin
D
a stimulant
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a drug
57
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A surgical stent:
A
Is an anesthetic
B
Delivers oxygen to the cells
C
Delivers medication to the patient
D
Holds an artery open
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Holds an artery open
58
The oxygen meter measures oxygen in a patient’s blood by:
A
Taking a blood sample from the patient's finger
B
Bouncing sound waves through the body
C
Comparing how much infrared light is absorbed by the body
D
Shining a light through blood in a microscope
Comparing how much infrared light is absorbed by the body
59
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What function do the kidneys perform related to blood?
A
Clean it
B
Make it
C
Remove it
D
Circulate it
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Clean it
60
During kidney dialysis, the patient’s blood is:
A
Medicated to prevent pain during the procedure
B
Divided to flow through each of the kidneys
C
Filtered so that red blood cells are returned to the body
D
Boosted with essential chemicals including potassium
Filtered so that red blood cells are returned to the body
61
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A membrane is similar to:
A
A comb
B
A sponge
C
A screen
D
Plastic wrap
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A screen
62
During dialysis, waste material is taken out of the blood and then washed away.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
63
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Professional Engineer, or PE, represents:
A
A state license
B
Membership in an engineering society
C
An engineering degree
D
An award from fellow engineers
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A state license
64
CAD software is the primary tool used in engineering design.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
65
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Titanium is a good choice for a prosthesis because:
A
It is a heavy metal
B
It won’t bend
C
It does not rust
D
It is absorbed by the body
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It does not rust
