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What is the term for the main part of a word in medical terminology?
What is the term for the main part of a word in medical terminology?
- Suffix
- Prefix
- Base
- Root (correct)
What does the prefix ‘sub’ indicate when used in medical terms?
What does the prefix ‘sub’ indicate when used in medical terms?
- Between
- Under (correct)
- Around
- Above
Which of the following is a suffix that indicates an adjective?
Which of the following is a suffix that indicates an adjective?
- -ation
- -ous (correct)
- -oid
- -ium
Which word part typically appears at the end of a medical term?
Which word part typically appears at the end of a medical term?
The plural form of 'ovum' in medical terminology is:
The plural form of 'ovum' in medical terminology is:
What is the opposite of hypoglycemia?
What is the opposite of hypoglycemia?
In the term 'microscopic', what does the prefix 'micro' signify?
In the term 'microscopic', what does the prefix 'micro' signify?
Which option accurately describes the suffix '-oid'?
Which option accurately describes the suffix '-oid'?
What is the meaning of the term 'biopsy'?
What is the meaning of the term 'biopsy'?
Which term describes an abnormal heart rate that is slower than normal?
Which term describes an abnormal heart rate that is slower than normal?
What does 'hypertension' refer to?
What does 'hypertension' refer to?
Which definition correctly matches 'adenocarcinoma'?
Which definition correctly matches 'adenocarcinoma'?
What is the meaning of 'hepatitis'?
What is the meaning of 'hepatitis'?
Which term indicates a high level of sugar in the blood?
Which term indicates a high level of sugar in the blood?
What does the prefix 'dys-' in medical terminology usually indicate?
What does the prefix 'dys-' in medical terminology usually indicate?
What does 'osteoarthritis' refer to?
What does 'osteoarthritis' refer to?
The term 'cardiomegaly' signifies which condition?
The term 'cardiomegaly' signifies which condition?
Which of the following correctly interprets 'nephrology'?
Which of the following correctly interprets 'nephrology'?
What does the prefix 'dys-' signify in medical terminology?
What does the prefix 'dys-' signify in medical terminology?
Which suffix indicates a condition or disease related to a tissue type?
Which suffix indicates a condition or disease related to a tissue type?
What kind of term is 'cytology' classified as based on its components?
What kind of term is 'cytology' classified as based on its components?
Which medical term refers to a tumor arising from connective tissue?
Which medical term refers to a tumor arising from connective tissue?
What does the suffix '-ectomy' refer to in medical terminology?
What does the suffix '-ectomy' refer to in medical terminology?
Which prefix describes a situation where there is 'excessive' or 'above normal'?
Which prefix describes a situation where there is 'excessive' or 'above normal'?
The term 'nephrotoxic' describes a substance that is harmful to which organ?
The term 'nephrotoxic' describes a substance that is harmful to which organ?
Which prefix means 'between' in medical terminology?
Which prefix means 'between' in medical terminology?
What does the suffix '-itis' indicate in a medical term?
What does the suffix '-itis' indicate in a medical term?
What is the primary characteristic of hyperlipidemia?
What is the primary characteristic of hyperlipidemia?
What does the term 'cardiomegaly' specifically refer to?
What does the term 'cardiomegaly' specifically refer to?
In the breakdown of 'hypertension', what does the prefix 'hyper-' mean?
In the breakdown of 'hypertension', what does the prefix 'hyper-' mean?
Which of the following correctly describes 'bradycardia'?
Which of the following correctly describes 'bradycardia'?
What is the medical term for the surgical removal of a kidney?
What is the medical term for the surgical removal of a kidney?
What does 'hemoglobin' primarily function as?
What does 'hemoglobin' primarily function as?
Which suffix is commonly used to indicate surgical removal?
Which suffix is commonly used to indicate surgical removal?
In terms of liver condition, what does the suffix '-megaly' mean?
In terms of liver condition, what does the suffix '-megaly' mean?
What condition is indicated by 'hyperglycemia'?
What condition is indicated by 'hyperglycemia'?
Which medical specialty is concerned with the study of the stomach and intestines?
Which medical specialty is concerned with the study of the stomach and intestines?
Flashcards
Medical Terminology
Medical Terminology
Specialized vocabulary used by healthcare professionals for precise communication.
Prefix
Prefix
Part of a word at the beginning, often indicating size, color, location, or amount.
Root Word
Root Word
Mid-section of a word, representing the body part.
Suffix
Suffix
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Combining Form
Combining Form
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AN-/A-
AN-/A-
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AB-
AB-
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AD-
AD-
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BI-
BI-
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DYS-
DYS-
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HYPER-
HYPER-
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HYPO-
HYPO-
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CARDIO-
CARDIO-
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NEPHRO-
NEPHRO-
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-AEMIA
-AEMIA
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-ECTOMY
-ECTOMY
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-ITIS
-ITIS
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Cardiomegaly
Cardiomegaly
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Nephrology
Nephrology
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Study Notes
Medical Terminology Overview
- A specialized vocabulary used by healthcare professionals for precise communication.
- Based on Greek and Latin, ensuring consistency and uniformity globally.
- Involves prefixes, root words, and suffixes to construct meanings.
Word Parts
- Prefix: Beginning of the word indicating size, color, shape, location, direction, or amount.
- Root: Middle part of the word representing the body part related to the term.
- Suffix: Ending of the word that describes size, shape, color, or the problem itself.
Combining Forms
- A combining vowel (often "o") is inserted when a suffix or another root beginning with a consonant is added for pronunciation ease.
Common Prefixes
- AN-, A-: Without / lack of (e.g., anemia)
- AB-: Away from (e.g., abnormal)
- AD-: Near / toward (e.g., adrenal gland)
- BI-: Two / both (e.g., bilateral Wilm's)
- DYS-: Difficult / painful (e.g., dysfunction)
- HYPER-: Excessive / above (e.g., hyperglycaemia)
- HYPO-: Below (e.g., hypodermic)
- INTER-: Between (e.g., intercostal)
- SUB-: Under / below (e.g., submucosa)
- SYN-: Together with (e.g., syndrome)
Common Root Words
- CARDIO-: Heart (e.g., cardiotoxicity)
- NEPHRO-: Kidney (e.g., nephrotoxic)
- HEPATI-: Liver (e.g., hepatoblastoma)
- DERMA-: Skin (e.g., dermatitis)
- OSTEO-: Bone (e.g., osteosarcoma)
- NEURO-: Nerves (e.g., neuroblast)
Common Suffixes
- -AEMIA: Condition of blood (e.g., leukemia)
- -ECTOMY: Excision/removal (e.g., nephrectomy)
- -ITIS: Inflammation (e.g., hepatitis)
- -OLOGY: Study of (e.g., cytology)
- -OMA: Tumor (e.g., retinoblastoma)
- -PATHY: Disease (e.g., neuropathy)
Important Concepts
- Medical vocabulary is always evolving, with new terms being introduced.
- Prefixes and suffixes help create clear and diagnostic conversations among professionals.
- Combining forms ensure correct pronunciation and comprehension.
Application in Scenarios
- Understanding breakdown of terms like Hypertension and Cardiomegaly is critical for diagnosis.
- Analyzing medical terms involves recognizing root words, prefixes, and suffixes for accurate meanings and implications (e.g., bradycardia: slow heart rate).
Example Breakdown
- Nephrology: Nephr- (kidney) + -logy (study of) = Study of the kidney.
- Cardiomegaly: Cardi- (heart) + -megaly (enlargement) = Enlargement of the heart.
Patient Interaction Insights
- Different symptoms (e.g., chest pain, shortness of breath) relate to medical terms that outline possible conditions and needed treatments.
- Accurate term analysis aids healthcare professionals in investigating and managing patient health.
Practice and Application
- Fill in blanks with appropriate word parts to reinforce understanding (e.g., -itis for inflammation of the liver).
- Match terms with definitions to solidify knowledge of medical terminology.
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Test your knowledge of basic medical terminology with this introductory quiz. You will define key terms, recognize their spelling and pronunciation, and become familiar with common words used in the medical field. This quiz will help reinforce your understanding of medical terms and their proper usage.
