Report a question What’s wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. How Many Medical Devices Can you Recognize? In today’s fast-paced world, it’s essential to be familiar with the medical tools and devices that help us maintain health and well-being. Whether it’s managing chronic conditions or keeping fit, understanding these products is key. Are you ready to see how much you know about the essential medical tools in modern life? 1 / 15 1. What is this device? Walking cast Orthopedic boot Ankle brace Compression stocking Orthopedic boots immobilize foot/ankle injuries. Walking casts (A) are similar, braces (C) support joints, and stockings (D) improve circulation. Orthopedic boots immobilize foot/ankle injuries. Walking casts (A) are similar, braces (C) support joints, and stockings (D) improve circulation. 2 / 15 2. What is the primary function of a thermometer? To measure blood pressure To monitor heart rate To measure body temperature To check oxygen levels A thermometer is used to measure the temperature of the body, which helps to determine if a person has a fever or abnormal temperature. A thermometer is used to measure the temperature of the body, which helps to determine if a person has a fever or abnormal temperature. 3 / 15 3. What does a glucometer measure? Blood glucose levels Blood pressure Heart rate Oxygen saturation A glucometer is used to measure the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood, essential for people with diabetes to manage their condition. A glucometer is used to measure the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood, essential for people with diabetes to manage their condition. 4 / 15 4. What does a nebulizer do? Delivers oxygen Administers medication in aerosol form Measures heart rate Measures body temperature A nebulizer turns liquid medication into a mist, allowing it to be inhaled directly into the lungs, commonly used for treating respiratory conditions like asthma. A nebulizer turns liquid medication into a mist, allowing it to be inhaled directly into the lungs, commonly used for treating respiratory conditions like asthma. 5 / 15 5. What is this shown in the picture? Humidifier Neti pot Nasal aspirator Decongestant spray Neti pots flush nasal passages with saline. Humidifiers (A) add moisture, aspirators (C) suction mucus (for infants), and sprays (D) shrink swollen tissues. Neti pots flush nasal passages with saline. Humidifiers (A) add moisture, aspirators (C) suction mucus (for infants), and sprays (D) shrink swollen tissues. 6 / 15 6. What is the correct placement for a blood pressure cuff? On the wrist Over bare upper arm Around the ankle Over clothing Direct skin contact at heart level ensures accurate readings (AHA guidelines). Direct skin contact at heart level ensures accurate readings (AHA guidelines). 7 / 15 7. What object is shown in this picture? A mercury thermometer An infrared thermometer A rectal thermometer A chemical thermometer An infrared thermometer is a thermometer which infers temperature from a portion of the thermal radiation. An infrared thermometer is a thermometer which infers temperature from a portion of the thermal radiation. 8 / 15 8. What does the correct technique for using a metered-dose inhaler involve? Inhaling slowly Holding breath for 20 seconds Exhaling forcefully Shaking after each puff Slow inhalation ensures medication reaches deep lungs; breath-hold for 10 seconds. Slow inhalation ensures medication reaches deep lungs; breath-hold for 10 seconds. 9 / 15 9. What object is shown in the picture? Autoclave Incubator Nebulizer Syringe An autoclave uses steam under high pressure to kill bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms on medical tools, ensuring they are safe for use. An autoclave uses steam under high pressure to kill bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms on medical tools, ensuring they are safe for use. 10 / 15 10. What does this device administer? Insulin Epinephrine Naloxone Antibiotics EpiPens inject epinephrine for anaphylaxis. Insulin (A) uses pens/pumps, naloxone (C) reverses opioid overdoses, and antibiotics (D) are oral/IV. EpiPens inject epinephrine for anaphylaxis. Insulin (A) uses pens/pumps, naloxone (C) reverses opioid overdoses, and antibiotics (D) are oral/IV. 11 / 15 11. What is the primary function of an AED? Stop bleeding Restart breathing Restore heart rhythm Reduce fever Automated External Defibrillators treat life-threatening arrhythmias like ventricular fibrillation. Automated External Defibrillators treat life-threatening arrhythmias like ventricular fibrillation. 12 / 15 12. What is the device depiected in the picture? Lithotripter Endoscope Incubator Syringe A lithotripter uses shock waves to break kidney stones into smaller pieces, which can then pass through the urinary tract more easily. A lithotripter uses shock waves to break kidney stones into smaller pieces, which can then pass through the urinary tract more easily. 13 / 15 13. What does a CPAP machine help to manage? Asthma Sleep apnea Diabetes High cholesterol A CPAP machine helps people with sleep apnea by delivering continuous airflow to keep the airways open during sleep. A CPAP machine helps people with sleep apnea by delivering continuous airflow to keep the airways open during sleep. 14 / 15 14. What is the proper storage temperature for unopened insulin pens is: Room temperature Freezer Refrigerator Direct sunlight Unopened insulin requires 2-8°C; in-use pens can stay at ≤30°C for 28 days (2023 ADA). Unopened insulin requires 2-8°C; in-use pens can stay at ≤30°C for 28 days (2023 ADA). 15 / 15 15. What does a “Hoyer lift” assists with? Blood draws Patient transfers Wound cleaning CPR Hydraulic lift safely moves immobile patients between beds/wheelchairs. Hydraulic lift safely moves immobile patients between beds/wheelchairs. Share this quiz if you like it. LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte Restart quiz By WordPress Quiz plugin Post navigation How Well Do You Know Your Body?Can You Recognize Iconic American Cars of the ’60s & ’70s?
