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Which body system is associated with the word root 'Cardi/o'?
Which body system is associated with the word root 'Cardi/o'?
What does the word root 'Neur/o' denote?
What does the word root 'Neur/o' denote?
The word root 'Gastr/o' pertains to which organ?
The word root 'Gastr/o' pertains to which organ?
Which body system does the word root 'Dermat/o' belong to?
Which body system does the word root 'Dermat/o' belong to?
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What is the meaning of the word root 'Nephro/o'?
What is the meaning of the word root 'Nephro/o'?
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The word root 'Enter/o' is linked to which part of the body?
The word root 'Enter/o' is linked to which part of the body?
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Which body system is represented by the word root 'Arthr/o'?
Which body system is represented by the word root 'Arthr/o'?
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What does the word root 'Bronch/o' specifically refer to?
What does the word root 'Bronch/o' specifically refer to?
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What is the primary purpose of a word root in a medical term?
What is the primary purpose of a word root in a medical term?
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Which of the following is NOT considered one of the four basic word elements in medical terminology?
Which of the following is NOT considered one of the four basic word elements in medical terminology?
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What do Greek word roots typically describe in medical terminology?
What do Greek word roots typically describe in medical terminology?
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What is a combining form in medical terminology?
What is a combining form in medical terminology?
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Which word part is added to modify the meaning at the beginning of a medical term?
Which word part is added to modify the meaning at the beginning of a medical term?
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What does a suffix do in a medical term?
What does a suffix do in a medical term?
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Which of the following describes Latin word roots in medical terminology?
Which of the following describes Latin word roots in medical terminology?
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What is the relationship between the words 'derm' and 'cutane'?
What is the relationship between the words 'derm' and 'cutane'?
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When is a combining vowel not used between two word roots?
When is a combining vowel not used between two word roots?
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In the term 'neuroplasty', what determines the use of the combining vowel?
In the term 'neuroplasty', what determines the use of the combining vowel?
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What is the primary function of a suffix in medical terminology?
What is the primary function of a suffix in medical terminology?
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In the term 'gastroenteritis', is a combining vowel used between 'gastr' and 'enter'?
In the term 'gastroenteritis', is a combining vowel used between 'gastr' and 'enter'?
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Which of the following suffixes would require a combining vowel?
Which of the following suffixes would require a combining vowel?
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In 'arthritis', how is the combining vowel used between 'arthr' and 'itis'?
In 'arthritis', how is the combining vowel used between 'arthr' and 'itis'?
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Is a combining vowel always required between two word roots?
Is a combining vowel always required between two word roots?
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What is the combining form for the term meaning 'stomach'?
What is the combining form for the term meaning 'stomach'?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Medical Terminology
- Medical terminology uses four basic word parts: word roots, combining forms, suffixes, and prefixes.
- Word roots convey the fundamental meaning of the word, acting as the foundation for building medical terms.
- Combining forms are word roots with a vowel added, typically "o," to connect them to suffixes or other word roots.
- Suffixes added to the end of a word complete the medical term and modify its meaning.
- Prefixes added to the beginning of a word modify the root word's meaning.
Word Roots
- Derived from Greek or Latin.
- Greek roots describe diseases, conditions, treatments, or diagnoses.
- Latin roots describe anatomical structures.
Combining Forms
- A combining form is a word root with a vowel (usually "o") added.
- The combining vowel acts as a connector, linking word roots and suffixes.
Rules for Using Combining Form Vowels
- A combining vowel is used when the suffix starts with a consonant.
- A combining vowel is not used when the suffix starts with a vowel.
- A combining vowel is used when joining two or more word roots.
- A combining vowel is NOT used when joining a word root with a suffix that starts with a vowel.
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This quiz covers the basics of medical terminology, focusing on word parts such as word roots, combining forms, suffixes, and prefixes. You'll learn about the origins of these terms and how they are used in the medical field. Test your understanding of how to construct and modify medical terms.
