Questions and Answers
What is the term that means inflammation of a bone and joint?
Osteoarthritis
What is the term that means study of the heart?
Cardiology
Which term or abbreviation is an eponym?
Graves disease
Which term refers to the bones of the toes?
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What is the meaning of the suffix -logy?
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What is the plural form of the term neurosis?
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What is the singular form of the term scapulae?
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What is the plural form of the term nucleus?
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What is the plural form of the term thorax?
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What is the plural form of the term laparoscopy?
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What is gastroenterology?
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What is psychiatry?
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What does a hematologist do?
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Study Notes
Medical Terminology and Concepts
- Osteoarthritis: Refers to inflammation of a bone and joint, affecting movement and causing pain.
- Cardiology: The field focused on the study of the heart and its functions, including diseases associated with it.
- Eponym: Graves disease is an example, named after the physician who identified it.
- Phalanges: The term for the bones in the toes, important for balance and movement.
- Suffix -logy: Indicates the study of a particular subject, commonly used in various medical fields.
Plural and Singular Forms in Medical Terms
- Neurosis: The plural form is neuroses, indicating multiple conditions of mental distress.
- Scapulae: The singular form is scapula, referring to the shoulder blade.
- Nucleus: The plural is nuclei, used in both cellular biology and anatomy.
- Thorax: Plural form is thoraces, referring to the chest region.
- Laparoscopy: The term's plural is laparoscopies, associated with minimally invasive surgical techniques.
Specialized Fields of Study
- Gastroenterology: Focuses on the study of the digestive tract, including organs from the esophagus to the intestines.
- Psychiatry: Specialized in the study of mental and emotional disorders, seeking to diagnose and treat various psychological conditions.
- Hematologist: A medical professional specializing in the study and treatment of blood disorders, which may include anemia, clots, or blood cancers.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards from Health Module 1. Covering key terms such as case studies, osteoarthritis, cardiology, and more, this quiz is perfect for revising essential medical concepts. Perfect for students or anyone interested in healthcare terminology.
