Worky Words

Question 1

What is
Dysesthesia ?

Answer 1

an unpleasant, abnormal sense of touch, often presents as pain but may also present as an inappropriate, but not discomforting, sensation. Is caused by lesions of the nervous system, peripheral or central, and involving sensations, whether spontaneous or evoked, such as burning, wetness, itching, electric shock, and pins and needles. It can also include sensations in any bodily tissue, most often including the mouth, scalp, skin, or legs.

Question 2

What is
Torticollis

Answer 2

also known as wry neck, is a dystonic condition defined by an abnormal, asymmetrical head or neck position, which may be due to a variety of causes

Question 3

What is
Odynophagia

Answer 3

is pain when swallowing, which may be felt in the mouth or throat and can occur with or without difficulty swallowing.

Question 4

What does PVD stand for in relation to ophthalmology?

Answer 4

Posterior Vitreous Detachment

Question 5

What is
EXOTROPIA ?

Answer 5

refers to a type ofeye misalignment (strabismus), in which either one or both of the eyes turn outward

Question 6

What is arthrogryposis ?

Answer 6

the development of multiple joint contractures affecting two or more areas of the body prior to birth. A contracture occurs when a joint becomes permanently fixed in a bent or straightened position, which can impact the function and range of motion of the joint

Question 7

What is a Lumen?

Answer 7

1. The opening of a tubular organ or part.
2. The bore of a tube

Question 8

What are
Anticholinergics / antispasmodics

Answer 8

They prevent impulses from the PNS from reaching smooth muscle and causing contractions, cramps or spasms.

They act on the neurotransmitter actylcholine.

Question 9

What is
Tenesmus?

Answer 9

The physical feeling of needing to have a bowel movement, even if you just had one and know your colon is empty.

Question 10

Paroxysmal is

Answer 10

a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease):

Question 11

Splanchnic circulation

Answer 11

consists of the blood supply to the gastrointestinal tract, liver, spleen, and pancreas.

Question 12

ADHF is

Answer 12

Acute decompensated heart failure

Question 13

Bibasilar

Answer 13

Collapse of both lungs

Question 14

What is ?
Less Phlebitic Syndrome

Answer 14

Chronic venous insufficiency is impaired venous return, sometimes causing lower extremity discomfort, edema, and skin changes.

Question 15

Explain an A1C blood test

Question 16

Comminuted means

Answer 16

To reduce to minute particles, pulverize.

Question 17

antenatally means

Answer 17

Before birth

Question 18

remit means

Answer 18

To lay aside, desist, to let slacken.