Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) (NAHP) Practice Exam

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What is the medical term for nosebleed?

Rhinitis
Epistaxis
Anemia
Leukopenia

The correct answer is: Epistaxis

A Rhinitis is a medical term that refers to inflammation of the nose, causing a runny or stuffy nose. While a nosebleed may be a symptom of rhinitis, it is not the correct medical term for a nosebleed. B: Epistaxis is the correct medical term for a nosebleed. It comes from the Greek words "epi" meaning "above" and "staxis" meaning "drip or ooze." This term is used in the medical field to specifically describe a bleeding from the nose. C: Anemia is a condition where there is a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood. While severe anemia can cause frequent nosebleeds, it is not the medical term for a nosebleed itself. D: Leukopenia is a decrease in the number of white blood cells in the blood.