CPT (Certified Phlebotomy Technician) Practice Exam

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What is the medical term for a fainting episode?

Syncope
Hypertension
Anemia
Bradycardia

The correct answer is: Syncope

The medical term for a fainting episode is syncope. This condition refers to a temporary loss of consciousness usually caused by a lack of blood flow to the brain. It is important to recognize syncope as it can be indicative of underlying health issues that may require further evaluation. The other terms have distinct meanings: hypertension refers to high blood pressure, anemia is a condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin, and bradycardia denotes a slower than normal heart rate. Each of these conditions can affect overall health but are unrelated to the mechanism and occurrence of fainting.