Cardiovascular System Medical Terminology Quiz
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What is the cardiovascular system combining form for 'heart'?

  • vascul/o
  • cardi/o (correct)
  • pulmon/o
  • hem/o

    • Which term refers to the network of vessels through which blood circulates in the body?

  • pulmon/o
  • vascul/o (correct)
  • cardi/o
  • hem/o

    • What is the primary function of blood vessels in the body?

  • To pump blood throughout the body
  • To provide individual cells with oxygen and nutrients (correct)
  • To produce red blood cells
  • To help dispose of metabolic wastes

    • Which part of the cardiovascular system is described as a hollow muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body?

    <p>Heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the combining form 'hem/o' refer to in the context of the cardiovascular system?

    <p>Blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the combining form for 'blood vessels' in the context of the cardiovascular system?

    <p>vascul/o</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the study of the heart and blood vessels?

    <p>Cardiology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the cardiovascular system in the body?

    <p>Supplying individual cells with oxygen and nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to a laboratory test used to evaluate the heart's electrical activity?

    <p>Electrocardiogram</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'peri-' mean in relation to the cardiovascular system?

    <p>Around</p> Signup and view all the answers

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