Match Each Term with Its Definition

question 54

Multiple Choice

Match each term with its definition.
-Naturally produced by the body to attach itself to certain cells to cause dilation of blood vessels and contraction of smooth muscles

• A)plaque
• B)immunoassays
• C)radioallergosorbent test (RAST)
• D)histamine
• E)epinephrine
• F)phenylketonuria (PKU)
• G)liver panel
• H)kidney function test
• I)creatine kinase (CK)
• J)prothrombin time (PT)

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Definitions:

Emergency Surgery

Surgical procedures that are performed urgently to address acute health problems, which could be life-threatening if not treated immediately.

Gastroenteritis

An inflammation of the stomach and intestines, typically resulting from bacterial toxins or viral infection causing vomiting and diarrhea.

Aseptic Technique

Practices and procedures performed under strictly controlled conditions with the goal of minimizing contamination by pathogens.

Circulating Nurse

A registered nurse in the operating room responsible for overseeing patient care and ensuring the surgical environment's safety and sterility.