Questions and Answers
What does the term 'cardi-' refer to?
What does 'acardia' mean?
Being born without a heart
What is 'cardio' related to?
Exercise with the heart
What is a 'cardiologist'?
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What does the term 'cardiac' refer to?
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What does 'cardiogenic' mean?
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What is a 'cardiogram'?
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What does 'Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation' involve?
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What does the term 'cardiovascular' refer to?
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What is an 'Echocardiogram'?
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Study Notes
Cardi- Root Words Study Notes
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Cardi-: A prefix meaning "pertaining to the heart," used in various medical terms related to cardiac health.
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Acardia: A congenital condition defined as being born without a heart, leading to severe physiological implications.
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Cardio: Refers to cardiovascular exercises which are physical activities that focus on improving heart function and overall fitness.
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Cardiologist: A medical professional specializing in diagnosing and treating heart-related diseases, with extensive training in cardiology.
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Cardiac: Adjective form that relates to the heart; used in context to describe conditions, procedures, or anatomy associated with cardiac health.
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Cardiogenic: Describes conditions or symptoms that are caused by issues originating in the heart, such as cardiogenic shock or heart failure.
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Cardiogram: A clinical record that represents the electrical activity and muscular function of the heart, often used in diagnostics.
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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): An emergency lifesaving procedure consisting of chest compressions and ventilation aimed at restoring blood circulation and breathing in cases of cardiac arrest.
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Cardiovascular: A term that encompasses both the heart and blood vessels, indicating the body's circulatory system and health-related aspects.
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Echocardiogram: A diagnostic test utilizing ultrasound waves to create images of the heart, enabling assessment of its structure and function for various heart conditions.
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Explore the world of cardi-related vocabulary with these flashcards. Each card presents a word associated with the heart, alongside its definition. Perfect for medical students and anyone interested in understanding heart-related terminology.
