30 Questions
Match the combining form with its meaning:
Adren(o) = Adrenal gland Gonad(o) = Sex gland Endocrin(o) = Pertaining to endocrine system Ovari(o) = Ovary
Match the term with its definition:
Diabetology = The study of diabetes Hormonotherapy = Treatment by hormone administration Thyroiditis = Inflammation of the thyroid gland Cushing Syndrome = Adrenal disorder
Match the term with its definition:
Acromegaly = Excess of Growth hormone GH Exophthalmos = Hyperthyroidism Hypoglycemia = Low level of glucose in the blood Goiter = Thyroid disorder
Match the combining form with its meaning:
Parathyroid(o) = Pertaining to parathyroid Diabet(o) = Related to Diabetes Mellitus Glyc(o) = Sugar Orch(o) = Testes
Match the term with its definition:
Oophorectomy = Surgical removal of the ovary Orchidectomy = Surgical removal of the testis Ovarian cyst = A sac filled with fluid that forms on or inside an ovary Orchitis = Inflammation of the testes
Match the combining form with its meaning:
Hormon(o) = Hormone Gonadotropin = A hormone responsible for aiding in the growth of gonads Endocrin(o) = Pertaining to endocrine system Thyroid(o) = Pertaining to thyroid
Match the following dental emergency terms with their meanings:
Dental Trauma = Tooth wear caused by forces other than chewing Dental Infections = Traumatic dental emergencies including tooth fractures, luxations, and avulsions Abrasion = Dental Infectious that are not treated in their early stages risk life-threatening infections Post procedural bleeding = Bleeding that persists longer than eight to twelve hours after a dental extraction
Match the following dental emergency terms with their causes:
Dental Trauma = Falls, sports injuries, traffic accidents, or physical violence Dental Infections = Improper brushing Post procedural bleeding = Holding objects between the teeth Abrasion = Chewing
Match the following dental emergency terms with their potential consequences:
Dental Trauma = Severe blood loss, and compromise of a patient's airway Dental Infections = Large intraoral hematoma Post procedural bleeding = Life-threatening infections and airway compromise Abrasion = Tooth wear
Match the following dental emergency terms with their descriptions:
Dental Trauma = Tooth fractures, luxations, and avulsions Dental Infections = Bleeding that persists longer than eight to twelve hours after a dental extraction Post procedural bleeding = Dental Infectious that are not treated in their early stages Abrasion = Traumatic dental emergencies
Match the following dental emergency terms with their treatment requirements:
Dental Trauma = Immediate treatment to stop bleeding Dental Infections = Remedy of the infection Post procedural bleeding = Alleviation of severe pain Abrasion = Immediate treatment to stop bleeding, remedy the infection, and alleviate severe pain
Match the following dental emergency terms with their associations:
Dental Trauma = Falls Dental Infections = Facial sinuses Post procedural bleeding = Dental extraction Abrasion = Improper brushing
Match the following dental terms with their meanings:
Endodontist = A dental specialist who limits his/her practice to treating disease and injuries of the pulp and associated peri radicular conditions. Orthodontist = A dental specialist whose practice is limited to the interception and treatment of malocclusion of the teeth and their surrounding structures. Gingivitis = Inflammation of gingival tissue without loss of connective tissue. Malocclusion = Improper alignment of biting or chewing surfaces of upper and lower teeth.
Match the following dental terms with their meanings:
Plaque = A soft sticky substance that accumulates on teeth composed largely of bacteria and bacterial derivatives. Root canal = The portion of the pulp cavity inside the root of a tooth; the chamber within the root of the tooth that contains the pulp. Filling = A lay term used for the restoring of lost tooth structure by using materials such as metal, alloy, plastic or porcelain. Malocclusion = Improper alignment of biting or chewing surfaces of upper and lower teeth.
Match the following dental abbreviations with their meanings:
a.c. = Before meal p.c. = After meal a.m. = Before noon p.m. = After noon
Match the following dental professionals with their specialties:
Endodontist = Treating disease and injuries of the pulp and associated peri radicular conditions. Orthodontist = Interception and treatment of malocclusion of the teeth and their surrounding structures. Dentist = General dental care and restoration of teeth. Periodontist = Treatment of gum diseases and disorders.
Match the following dental terms with their meanings:
Plaque = A soft sticky substance that accumulates on teeth composed largely of bacteria and bacterial derivatives. Gingivitis = Inflammation of gingival tissue without loss of connective tissue. Malocclusion = Improper alignment of biting or chewing surfaces of upper and lower teeth. Filling = A lay term used for the restoring of lost tooth structure by using materials such as metal, alloy, plastic or porcelain.
Match the following dental terms with their meanings:
Root canal = The portion of the pulp cavity inside the root of a tooth; the chamber within the root of the tooth that contains the pulp. Filling = A lay term used for the restoring of lost tooth structure by using materials such as metal, alloy, plastic or porcelain. Malocclusion = Improper alignment of biting or chewing surfaces of upper and lower teeth. Endodontist = A dental specialist who limits his/her practice to treating disease and injuries of the pulp and associated peri radicular conditions.
Match the medical abbreviations with their meanings:
NKA = No Known Allergies Dx = Diagnosis Rx = Prescription, treatment HCA = Healthcare assistant
Match the medical abbreviations with their meanings:
DNR = Do not resuscitate BP = Blood pressure U/O = Urine output MRI = Magnetic resonance imaging
Match the medical abbreviations with their meanings:
PO = By mouth HS = At bedtime q = Every MD = Medical doctor
Match the medical abbreviations with their meanings:
mg = Milligram cc = Cubic centimeter I&O = Intake and output CT Scan = Computerized Tomography Scanner
Match the following dental procedures with their descriptions:
Bleaching = The process of removing a tooth or tooth parts. Crown = A cosmetic dental procedure that whitens the teeth using a bleaching solution. Excision = Surgical removal of bone or tissue. Extraction = A simple crown procedure utilizing a porcelain crown fused to nonprecious metal.
Match the medical occupations with their abbreviations:
Physician = MD Registered nurse = RN Licensed practical nurse = LPN Healthcare assistant = HCA
Match the following anesthesia types with their characteristics:
General Anesthesia = A medically controlled state of depressed consciousness. Intravenous Sedation/Analgesia = A controlled state of unconsciousness with loss of protective reflexes. Local Anesthesia = The loss of pain sensation over a specific area of the anatomy. None of the above = A state of increased consciousness with heightened protective reflexes.
Match the medical abbreviations with their meanings:
Fx = Fracture DM = Diabetes Mellitus R/O = Rule out DOB = Date of birth
Match the following dental terms with their definitions:
Cavity = The condition of not having enough saliva to keep the mouth wet. Dry mouth = Decay in tooth caused by caries. Dental specialist = A dentist who has received postgraduate training in one of the recognized dental specialties. Excision = Surgical removal of bone or tissue.
Match the following dental procedures with their descriptions:
Crown = A simple crown procedure utilizing a porcelain crown fused to nonprecious metal. Extraction = The process of removing a tooth or tooth parts. Bleaching = Surgical removal of bone or tissue. Excision = A cosmetic dental procedure that whitens the teeth using a bleaching solution.
Match the following anesthesia types with their characteristics:
Intravenous Sedation/Analgesia = A controlled state of unconsciousness with loss of protective reflexes. General Anesthesia = A medically controlled state of depressed consciousness. Local Anesthesia = A state of increased consciousness with heightened protective reflexes. None of the above = The loss of pain sensation over a specific area of the anatomy.
Match the following dental terms with their definitions:
Dental specialist = A dentist who has received postgraduate training in one of the recognized dental specialties. Cavity = The condition of not having enough saliva to keep the mouth wet. Dry mouth = Decay in tooth caused by caries. Excision = Surgical removal of bone or tissue for dental purposes.
Study Notes
Endocrine System
- Adren(o) and Adrenal(o) are root words related to the adrenal gland
- Gonad(o) is the root word for sex glands
- Ovari(o) and Oophor(o) are root words related to the ovary
- Orch(o) and Orchid(o) are root words related to the testes
- Diabet(o) is related to Diabetes Mellitus
- Hormon(o) is related to hormones
Pathology
- Goiter is a thyroid disorder
- Exophthalmos is a condition of bulging eyes due to hyperthyroidism
- Acromegaly is a condition of excess growth hormone
- Diabetes Mellitus is a disorder of high blood sugar levels
- Cushing Syndrome is an adrenal disorder
Dental Emergencies
- Dental emergency is a potentially life-threatening condition requiring immediate treatment
- Examples of dental emergencies include tooth fractures, luxations, and avulsions
- Dental infections can be life-threatening if left untreated
- Post-procedural bleeding is a common dental emergency
Medical and Surgical Emergencies in Dental Practice
- Abrasion is tooth wear caused by forces other than chewing
- Endodontist is a dental specialist treating disease and injuries of the pulp and peri-radicular conditions
- Orthodontist is a dental specialist treating malocclusion of the teeth and surrounding structures
- Filling is the restoration of lost tooth structure using materials like metal, alloy, plastic, or porcelain
- Gingivitis is inflammation of gingival tissue without loss of connective tissue
- Malocclusion is improper alignment of biting or chewing surfaces of upper and lower teeth
- Plaque is a soft sticky substance accumulating on teeth composed of bacteria and derivatives
- Root canal is the portion of the pulp cavity inside the root of a tooth
Abbreviations
- a.c. is an abbreviation for "before meal"
- p.c. is an abbreviation for "physician"
- RN is an abbreviation for "registered nurse"
- LPN is an abbreviation for "licensed practical nurse"
- HCA is an abbreviation for "healthcare assistant"
- NKA is an abbreviation for "no known allergies"
- DOB is an abbreviation for "date of birth"
- Dx is an abbreviation for "diagnosis"
- R/O is an abbreviation for "rule out"
- Fx is an abbreviation for "fracture"
- DM is an abbreviation for "diabetes mellitus"
- DNR is an abbreviation for "do not resuscitate"
- Rx is an abbreviation for "prescription" or "treatment"
- mg is an abbreviation for "milligram"
- PO is an abbreviation for "by mouth"
- q is an abbreviation for "every"
- HS is an abbreviation for "at bedtime"
- MD is an abbreviation for "medical doctor"
Anesthesia
- General anesthesia is a controlled state of unconsciousness accompanied by a partial or complete loss of protective reflexes
- Intravenous sedation/anesthesia is a medically controlled state of depressed consciousness while maintaining airway and protective reflexes
- Local anesthesia is the loss of pain sensation over a specific area without loss of consciousness
Test your knowledge of medical terms related to the endocrine system, including root words, combining forms, and examples of various medical conditions. Covers adrenal glands, gonads, ovaries, testes, and diabetes.
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