Questions and Answers
'Chondro' in the word chondritis means:
'Gastro' in the word 'gastroenteritis' means:
'Myo' in the word myocarditis means:
After applying a tourniquet, the injury from a patient's leg stops bleeding. This is called:
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An intoxicated 40-year-old male is found lying face down. How would you document his body's position?
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The meaning 'around' can have which of the following prefixes?
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The root 'melan/o' means:
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The suffix '-pathy' means:
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The term 'pericardiocentesis' means:
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The topographic term used to describe the location of body parts that are closer toward the mid-line of the body is:
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You are transporting a 67-year-old female patient. The patient care record indicates that she has a history of AAA. This abbreviation stands for:
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The root of the term 'hepatomegaly' indicates that the problem is with the patient's:
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Which of the following components of a medical term conveys its essential meaning?
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Prefixes can indicate:
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The plural form of the word bronchus is:
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The statement, 'the lungs are superior to the bladder' indicates that the lungs are closer to the:
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Movement of the arm toward the mid-line is referred to as:
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A body part that lies closer to the mid-line compared to another is considered to be:
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This is used to identify a body part that is on the 'belly side' or anterior surface of the body.
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You place a patient in the semi-Fowler's position for transport. This means the patient is:
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A laceration located on the plantar surface is on the:
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When using abbreviations, acronyms, or symbols, an EMT should:
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A 5-year-old boy has fallen and has a severe deformity of the forearm near the wrist. He has possibly sustained a fracture of the ____________ forearm.
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A diabetic patient has polydipsia. This means that she:
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A patient has fractured both femurs. Anatomically, these injuries would be described as being:
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EMTs should have a strong working knowledge of medical terminology in order to:
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In relation to the chest, the back is:
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The ___________ of the heart is the inferior portion of the ventricles.
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Which of the following suffixes mean 'pertaining to'?
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Which of the following suffixes mean 'two'?
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Study Notes
Medical Terminology Key Concepts
- "Chondro" refers to cartilage, as seen in conditions like chondritis.
- "Gastro" indicates the stomach, notable in terms like gastroenteritis.
- "Myo" signifies muscle, relating to terms such as myocarditis.
Hemostasis and Body Positioning
- Hemostasis is the process of stopping bleeding, essential in trauma care.
- The term prone describes a body position lying face down, critical for patient documentation.
Prefixes and Suffixes in Medical Terms
- "Peri-" and "circum-" both imply around, important in anatomical descriptions.
- The suffix "-pathy" translates to disease, a common ending in pathology.
- Medical terms often contain a word root, which conveys the essential meaning.
Anatomical Relationships and Terms
- Medial refers to body parts closer to the mid-line, while lateral is opposite.
- The semi-Fowler's position denotes a patient sitting at a 45-degree angle.
- Ventral designates the anterior surface of the body, contrasting with dorsal.
Medical Abbreviations and Conditions
- The abbreviation AAA signifies abdominal aortic aneurysm, pertinent in patient histories.
- Hepatomegaly indicates an enlarged liver, a condition to note in patient assessments.
- Bilateral injuries refer to both sides of the body, important in trauma evaluations.
Patient Symptoms and Terminology
- Polydipsia translates to excessive thirst, a symptom significant in diabetes management.
- The apex describes the inferior portion of the heart, crucial in cardiovascular discussions.
Suffix Uses and Plurals
- Suffixes "-al" and "-ic" mean pertaining to, used to describe conditions or anatomy.
- The plural form of bronchus is bronchi, essential for respiratory anatomy.
Movement and Positional Terms
- Adduction is the movement toward the mid-line, important in understanding joint mobility.
- In anatomical orientation, the posterior describes the back side of the body relative to the chest.
Knowledge in EMT Practice
- An EMT’s proficiency in medical terminology aids in effective communication with the healthcare team, ensuring accurate patient assessments and documentation clarity.
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Test your knowledge of medical terminology with this quiz based on EMT Chapter 5. Each question challenges you to identify the meaning of medical prefixes and suffixes. Perfect for students preparing for exams in emergency medical training.
