Medical Terminologies and Abbreviations Quiz
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What is the main part of a medical term that denotes the meaning of the word?

  • Combining vowel
  • Prefix
  • Root word (correct)
  • Suffix

In forming the plural form of medical terms, what is the rule to follow?

  • Add -s at the end of the word
  • Change the end of the word (correct)
  • Add -es at the end of the word
  • Change the prefix of the word

What is the purpose of a combining vowel in a medical term?

  • To connect the prefix and suffix
  • To make pronunciation easier (correct)
  • To indicate plurality
  • To change the meaning of the root word

What should be used if the suffix of a medical term starts with a consonant?

<p>Combining vowel (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the prefix found in a medical term?

<p>At the beginning of the term (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main part of a medical term that denotes the meaning of the word?

<p>Root word (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the combining vowel added in a medical term?

<p>Between the root word and suffix (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a prefix in a medical term?

<p>Shows how meaning is assigned to the word (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In forming the plural form of medical terms, what is the rule to follow?

<p>Change the end of the word (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be used if the suffix of a medical term starts with a consonant?

<p>Combining vowel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Root word

The core part of a medical term that provides the main meaning.

Combining vowel

A vowel used to connect the root word and a suffix, making pronunciation easier.

Prefix

A part added to the beginning of a medical term to modify its core meaning.

Suffix

A part added to the end of a medical term to modify its core meaning.

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Pluralization

The process of changing the form of a word to indicate more than one.

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Pluralization rule

The rule for forming the plural of most medical terms is to modify the ending.

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Combining vowel use

A combining vowel is used when the suffix starts with a consonant.

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Combining vowel placement

The combining vowel is located between the root word and the suffix.

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Prefix purpose

Prefixes help determine the specific meaning assigned to a medical term.

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Medical terminology basics

Understanding the parts of a medical term helps decipher its meaning.

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