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What is the term for pertaining to the chest?
What is the term for pertaining to the chest?
What is the term for pertaining to the head?
What is the term for pertaining to the head?
What is the term for pertaining to the neck?
What is the term for pertaining to the neck?
What is the term for pertaining to the abdomen?
What is the term for pertaining to the abdomen?
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What is the term for pertaining to the lower back?
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What is the term for inflammation of the peritoneum?
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What does the term celiac pertain to?
What does the term celiac pertain to?
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Where does a cephalocaudal examination begin?
Where does a cephalocaudal examination begin?
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What is a laparotomy?
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Study Notes
Medical Terminology: Chapter 5 Overview
- Thoracic refers to the chest, with the suffix '-ic' indicating a relationship.
- Cephalic denotes something related to the head, utilizing the suffix '-ic'.
- Cervical describes concerns related to the neck, employing the suffix '-al'.
- Abdominal pertains to the abdomen, featuring the suffix '-al'.
- Lumbar refers to the lower back, characterized by the suffix '-ar'.
Inflammation and Examination Terms
- Peritonitis (inflammation of the peritoneum) is identified with the suffix '-itis', indicating infection or inflammation.
- Celiac, with pronunciation SE-le-ak, relates to the abdomen, and is classified as an adjective.
- A cephalocaudal examination starts at the head, indicating an assessment from head to toe.
- When examining the abdomen, a supine position is often utilized, where the patient lies on their back.
- A laparotomy is a surgical procedure involving an incision through the abdominal wall, used for exploratory purposes.
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Test your knowledge of medical terminology in Chapter 5 with this exercise focusing on anatomical terms. Each flashcard presents a term related to different parts of the body, enhancing your understanding of essential medical vocabulary.
