Exam 1 Key Terms Study Guide Flashcards
What is the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography?
An organization that offers national certification exams for all sonography specialties
This organization plays a crucial role in standardizing qualifications for sonographers.
What is coupling gel?
A medium placed on the skin to allow ultrasound waves to enter the body, also called ultrasound gel
Coupling gel is essential for effective ultrasound imaging.
What does ‘Gold Standard’ refer to in medical diagnostics?
The leading tool to diagnose certain diseases, like mammography is the gold standard for breast imaging and sonography is the gold standard for gallbladder disease
It indicates the most reliable method for diagnosis.
What is an indication in the context of medical examinations?
A basis for an examination; basically, a valid reason to perform certain tests
Indications help guide clinical decision-making.
What is the role of a Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist?
A physician who has specialized training that focuses on the medical and surgical management of high-risk pregnancies
These specialists are crucial for ensuring the health of both mother and baby in complicated cases.
How many hertz are in one megahertz?
1 million hertz
This unit is commonly used in medical imaging to describe frequency.
What are mnemonics?
Memorization techniques, an acronym is a mnemonic
Mnemonics are useful for retaining complex information.
Define protocol in sonography.
An inclusive order of necessary images acquired during a sonographic examination
Protocols ensure systematic and comprehensive imaging.
What are sonography phantoms?
Stimulation objects created from tissue like the human body that can be used to practice sonographic examination
They are essential for training sonographers in a realistic environment.
What is a sonographer?
A highly skilled medical professional trained to utilize ultrasound to image the human body
Sonographers play a vital role in diagnosing medical conditions.
What does ‘Acute’ refer to in medical terms?
Sudden Onset
Define ‘Anechoic’.
Without echoes
What is ‘Burnout’?
Physical and emotional exhaustion caused by work-related issues
What characterizes a ‘Chronic’ condition?
Gradual onset or an ongoing condition
What does CAAHEP stand for?
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
What is the role of CAAHEP?
The national accreditation granting body for sonography education
Define ‘Competence’ in a professional context.
The ability to complete a job successfully
What does ‘Complex’ refer to in medical imaging?
A structure that has both fluid-filled and solid components
What is ‘Continuing Medical Education’?
Education required to maintain certification or licensure in a healthcare profession
Define ‘Empathy’.
A trait that a person has that shows that they understand how another person feels
What does ‘Taking Call’ mean in a medical setting?
The process by which a sonographer is paid a small amount of money to be on standby via telephone for emergency cases after regular department hours
Fill in the blank: ‘Taking Call’ includes availability during _______.
nights and weekends
Airborne precautions
Transmission methos of either airborne droplet nuclei or particles small enough to be inhaled that contain infectious agents that remain infective over time and distance.
