Medical Terminology Basics

Questions and Answers

What are the components of word parts?

Prefix (correct)

Suffix (correct)

Combining form (correct)

Combining vowel (correct)

Roots of words (correct)

What is the foundation of a medical term?

Roots of words

What is a combining vowel?

A vowel (usually o) that links the root to the suffix or another root.

Define combining form.

A combination of a root and the combining vowel. Signup and view all the answers

What does a suffix represent?

A word ending that indicates condition, disease, or procedure. Signup and view all the answers

What is a prefix?

A word part that comes at the beginning, indicating time, number, or location. Signup and view all the answers

Hemat/o/logy is related to the study of _____

blood Signup and view all the answers

What does electr/o + cardi/o + gram mean?

Record of the electricity in the heart. Signup and view all the answers

What does Gastr/o + itis signify?

Inflammation of the stomach. Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of hypo + gastr/o + ic?

Pertaining to below the stomach. Signup and view all the answers

What does the root aden/o represent?

Gland Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of carcin/o?

Cancerous or cancer. Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix epi mean?

Above Signup and view all the answers

What does the root psych/o refer to?

Mind Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Word Parts and Structure

Medical terminology is composed of roots, combining vowels, combining forms, suffixes, and prefixes.
Roots serve as the foundation of medical terms.
Combining vowels (often 'o') link roots to suffixes or additional roots, facilitating smoother pronunciation.
Combining forms are created when a root is paired with a combining vowel.
Suffixes are word endings indicating a condition, disease, or procedure.
Prefixes signify beginnings, relating to time, number, and location.

Word Analysis and Construction

Analyze and interpret medical terms from the suffix backward to the root, ensuring correct meaning comprehension.
Drop the combining vowel before a suffix starting with a vowel.
Retain the combining vowel between two roots to maintain clarity.

Examples of Medical Terms

Hemat/o/logy:
- Root: hemat (blood), Combining vowel: o, Suffix: logy (study)
- Meaning: study of blood.
Electr/o + cardi/o + gram:
- Roots: electr (electricity), cardi (heart), Suffix: gram (record)
- Meaning: record of electrical activity of the heart.
Gastr/o + itis:
- Root: gastr (stomach), Combining vowel: o, Suffix: itis (inflammation)
- Meaning: inflammation of the stomach (gastritis).

Medical Specializations

Gastr/o + enter/o + logy:
- Roots: gastr (stomach), enter (intestines), Suffix: logy (study)
- Meaning: study of stomach and intestines (gastroenterology).

Common Prefixes and Their Meanings

Hypo-: below or under.
Epi-: above.

Important Root Words

Aden/o: gland.
Arthr/o: joint.
Bi/o: life.
Carcin/o: cancer-related.
Cardi/o: heart.
Cephal/o: head.
Cyst/o: urinary bladder.
Derm/o or dermat/o: skin.
Hemat/o or hem/o: blood.
Nephr/o: kidney.
Psych/o: mind.
Rhin/o: nose.

Suffixes and Their Implications

AC: pertaining to.
IC: pertaining to.
LOGY: study of.
ITIS: inflammation.

Additional Concepts

Understanding combining forms is crucial for interpreting complex medical terms.
Medical terminology is fundamental for healthcare professionals to communicate effectively.

Description

This quiz explores the structure of medical terminology, covering the essential components such as roots, combining vowels, suffixes, and prefixes. It includes analysis and construction of medical terms to enhance comprehension of their meanings and usage. Test your knowledge and understanding of these foundational elements in the medical field.