CCS Medical Terminology & Anatomy 4

Question 1

The term 'atherosclerosis' specifically refers to:

Accepted Answer

Buildup of plaque (lipid deposits) within arterial walls

Answer

Atherosclerosis is characterized by subendothelial accumulation of lipids, inflammatory cells, and fibrous tissue forming plaques in arterial walls.

Question 2

The 'tricuspid valve' is named for its:

Accepted Answer

Three leaflets (cusps)

Answer

The tricuspid valve has three leaflets (anterior, posterior, and septal) and separates the right atrium from the right ventricle.

Question 3

Which term describes an abnormal outpouching or bulging of a weakened vessel or cardiac wall?

Accepted Answer

Aneurysm

Answer

An aneurysm is a localized dilation or bulge in a vessel wall caused by weakness in the wall structure.

Question 4

The 'coronary sulcus' (atrioventricular groove) anatomically marks the boundary between:

Accepted Answer

The atria and ventricles

Answer

The coronary sulcus is an external groove that encircles the heart and separates the atria above from the ventricles below.

Question 5

The medical term 'diaphoresis' frequently associated with acute MI means:

Accepted Answer

Profuse sweating

Answer

Diaphoresis refers to excessive, often cold sweating and is a classic sympathetic nervous system response seen in acute MI.

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