Medical Terminology Flashcards
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What does the word 'phil/o' refer to?

  • Condition
  • Attraction (correct)
  • Fear
  • Sleep
  • What does 'psych/o, thym/o, phren/o' signify?

  • Treatment
  • Attraction
  • Condition
  • Mind (correct)
  • What does 'iatr/o' mean?

    Treatment

    What is the meaning of the word 'somn/o'?

    <p>Sleep</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the suffixes '-ia' and '-ism' indicate?

    <p>Condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does '-iatrist' mean?

    <p>One who specializes in treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does '-mania' refer to?

    <p>Condition of madness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does '-phobia' signify?

    <p>Condition of fear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does '-thymia' mean?

    <p>Condition of the mind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does '-osis' indicate?

    <p>Abnormal condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a psychologist?

    <p>Work with the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do psychiatrists typically do?

    <p>Medical</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Medical Terminology - Flashcards

    • phil/o: Refers to attraction; used in various medical contexts to indicate affinity or preference towards substances or conditions.

    • psych/o, thym/o, phren/o: All relate to the concept of mind; important in various fields like psychology and psychiatry for understanding mental processes.

    • iatr/o: Denotes treatment; forms the basis of terms associated with medical care and therapies.

    • somn/o: Pertains to sleep; significant in sleep medicine and related health discussions.

    • -ia, -ism: Suffixes indicating condition; commonly used to describe states or disorders in medical terminology.

    • -iatrist: Refers to a medical professional specializing in treatment; used primarily in mental health fields to identify practitioners.

    • -mania: Describes a condition of madness; crucial in recognizing various mental health disorders.

    • -phobia: Indicates a condition of fear; widely recognized in psychology for categorizing anxiety disorders.

    • -thymia: Relates to conditions of the mind; includes mood disorders and emotional states.

    • -osis: Signifies an abnormal condition; often used in pathology to describe diseases or medical conditions.

    • Psychologist: A professional focused on diagnosing and treating mental health disorders; plays a key role in mental health care.

    • Psychiatrists: Medical doctors specializing in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illnesses; often prescribe medication and therapy.

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    This quiz focuses on essential medical terminology and suffixes used in various medical fields. Explore terms related to attraction, mind, treatment, sleep, and more, vital for understanding the medical language. Perfect for students in health sciences or anyone interested in medical vocabulary.

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