Healthcare Aide Medical Terminology & Procedures Flashcards

Which procedure involves inserting a flexible tube into the bladder to drain urine?

Answer: Urinary catheterization

Urinary catheterization involves placing a tube through the urethra into the bladder to drain urine.

What does the medical term 'hematuria' indicate?

Answer: Blood in urine

Hematuria means blood is present in the urine, often appearing pink or red.

When a patient's care plan indicates 'ambulation,' what should a healthcare aide assist with?

Answer: Helping the patient walk

Ambulation refers to the act of walking; healthcare aides assist patients in walking safely.

The suffix '-ostomy' in a medical procedure name indicates:

Answer: Creation of an artificial opening

The suffix -ostomy means a surgical procedure that creates a permanent artificial opening.

What does 'tachycardia' mean?

Answer: Rapid heart rate above 100 bpm

Tachycardia refers to a heart rate greater than 100 beats per minute.

A patient receiving care has a 'contracture.' What does this term describe?

Answer: Permanent shortening and hardening of muscle or joint

A contracture is a permanent tightening of muscle, tendon, or skin that restricts movement.

Which term describes the medical procedure of listening to internal body sounds with a stethoscope?

Answer: Auscultation

Auscultation is the technique of listening to sounds within the body, typically with a stethoscope.