Medical Terminology Mid-term Exam
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What is the definition of a tendon?

A tendon is a fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone.

The center of the abdomen is the:

  • Hypogastric region
  • Right upper quadrant
  • Left lower quadrant
  • Epigastric region
  • Umbilical region (correct)

    • Which is NOT a body cavity?

  • Epigastric (correct)
  • Thoracic
  • Pelvic
  • Cranial
  • Abdominal

    • A synonym for posterior is:

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

    The brain is located in the:

    <p>Cranial cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words, meaning a combination of carbohydrate and protein, is correctly spelled?

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

    Which of the following words means an increase in size of a structure?

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

    The diaphragm separates the _______________ and _________________ cavities.

    <p>abdominal; thoracic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A synonym for coronal is:

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

    The female reproductive system contains the:

    <p>Uterine tubes and vagina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nervous tissue is found in:

    <p>The brain and spinal cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words means pertaining to the whole?

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

    The thymus and spleen are located in the_____________________ system.

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

    Posterior means _________________ and is opposite to ____________________.

    <p>situated behind; anterior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term for lying flat on the belly is _____________ and its Latin meaning is ______________.

    <p>prone; bending forward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The source of hereditary characteristics is abbreviated _______________ and is packed in densely coiled bodies called_____________________.

    <p>DNA; chromosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The organelle responsible for the manufacture of protein is the:

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

    __________________ transmits impulses for coordination and sensory perception.

    <p>Nervous tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word means within the cell?

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

    For the term gastroenterology, which definition is accurate?

    <p>Entro- is a combining form element and it refers to the intestines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words has a suffix that means inflammation?

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

    Which of the following terms uses a suffix to indicate infection or inflammation?

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

    An example of a combining form in a medical term is:

    <p>Cardi/o-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    This term means one who studies the female reproductive system.

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

    The correct term for a specialist in disorders of the female reproductive system:

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

    Choose the correct suffix for terms that refer to a visual examination of a body part such as a joint.

    <p>-scopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the term endocarditis, what is the root and what does the root mean?

    <p>The root is card-, and it means heart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms means pertaining to above the stomach?

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

    Someone who has severe migraines will go see this specialist:

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

    In the term arthroplasty, what is the suffix and what does the suffix mean?

    <p>The suffix is -plasty, and it means repair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Retroverted means:

    <p>Tilted backward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An example of a word with two combining forms is:

    <p>Gastroenterology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An abdominoplasty would be a surgical:

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

    In the term hypotension, what is the prefix and what does the prefix mean?

    <p>The prefix is hypo-, and it means less than normal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The suffix that describes surgical fixation is:

    <p>-desis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A suffix that is added to a root or combining form that produces a medical term that describes a symptom or sign of a disease process is:

    <p>Pathological suffixes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term meaning inflammation of the stomach is:

    <p>Gastritis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Choose the term that means pertaining to the teeth.

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

    Arthroscopy has the combining form arthr/o-, from the Greek word for:

    <p>Joint.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Arthropathy would be a disease of:

    <p>Joints.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the term unipolar, what is the prefix, root word, and suffix?

    <p>Uni- is the prefix, pol- is the root word, and -ar is the suffix.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the two prefixes are opposites?

    <p>Hyper- and hypo-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which suffix refers to a doctor with a specialty practice?

    <p>-ist.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hyper- and Supra- both have the same meaning of:

    <p>Above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms is spelled correctly?

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

    The term gastroscopy means:

    <p>Visual examination of the stomach.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is spelled correctly?

    <p>Dermatologist.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are the roots for the medical terms arthroscopy and respiratory?

    <p>arthr- and respir-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    -ology is an example of:

    <p>The ending of some words.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following elements is the root for the word dermatitis?

    <p>Dermat-.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms is spelled correctly?

    <p>Gastroenterology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Choose the correct suffix for terms that refer to an infection or inflammation.

    <p>-itis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms has a suffix that means surgical fixation?

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

    The medical term for paralysis of all four limbs is:

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

    Choose the correct term that means the structure around the heart.

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

    In the term circumcision, what is the prefix and what does the prefix mean?

    <p>The prefix is circum-, and it means around.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term does NOT represent a surgical suffix?

    <p>-pathy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dermatitis is:

    <p>Inflammation of the skin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is spelled correctly?

    <p>Cardiopathy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms is spelled correctly?

    <p>Arthroscopy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Epidermis would be:

    <p>Above the skin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Choose the correct suffix for the term that means a disease of an organ such as the heart.

    <p>-pathy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms is spelled correctly?

    <p>Hyperglycemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are the roots for the words gynecology, arthroscopy, and hypogastric?

    <p>Gynec-, arthr-, and -gastr.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If rhino means nose, what would a surgical repair of a broken nose be called?

    <p>Rhinoplasty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Choose the term that means higher than normal blood pressure.

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

    Which of the following terms is spelled correctly?

    <p>Abdomen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words has a suffix that means repair?

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

    A root with a combining vowel added to it is called:

    <p>Combining form.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The word for a thin layer of tissue covering a structure is ______________, and its adjective form is ______________.

    <p>membrane; membranous.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The nasal cavity, trachea, bronchi, and lungs are parts of the __________________ system.

    <p>respiratory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words means pertaining to the back?

    <p>Dorsal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words means a band of fibrous connective tissue connecting bones to other bones?

    <p>Ligament.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words means study of the cell?

    <p>Cytology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following pairs of words have a root meaning four?

    <p>Quadrant and quadriceps.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A synonym for transverse plane is:

    <p>horizontal plane.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The tissues involved in movement and the bones and ligaments are in the _______________ system.

    <p>musculoskeletal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term with a root and suffix refers to a specialist who studies tissue?

    <p>Histologist.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms includes a word that specifies the position relative to a plane in the body?

    <p>Anterior cruciate ligament.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    LUQ is an abbreviation referring to:

    <p>an abdominal quadrant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which best describes the anatomical position?

    <p>Toes and palms are anterior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The source of hereditary characteristics is:

    <p>deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A tracheostomy is an opening into the , used to treat_.

    <p>windpipe; breathing difficulties.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An example of a membrane is the __________________ that covers a _____________.

    <p>periosteum; bone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term means a condition involving the nervous system?

    <p>Parkinson disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word means pertaining to the physical and chemical processes occurring in cells?

    <p>Metabolic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The frontal plane divides the body into _________________ and _________________ portions.

    <p>anterior; posterior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words means pertaining to or nearer the head?

    <p>Cephalic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The body is standing erect with feet flat on the floor, face and eyes facing forward, and arms at the sides with the palms facing forward. This position is considered:

    <p>Anatomical.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word refers to a condition involving blood poisoning?

    <p>Septicemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Several tissues work together to carry out specific functions in a(n):

    <p>organ.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The cardiovascular system is composed of the:

    <p>heart and blood vessels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words, meaning part of a cell having specialized functions, is correctly spelled?

    <p>Organelle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Digestion occurs in the:

    <p>stomach and small and large intestines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Union of a sperm and an egg is known as:

    <p>fertilization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A thin layer of tissue covering a structure or cavity is a(n):

    <p>membrane.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The anterior cruciate ligament is located in the:

    <p>knee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words means pertaining to the urine?

    <p>Urinary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words means a bone-producing cell?

    <p>Osteoblast.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Tissue that binds, supports, protects, and fills spaces is known as_______________ tissue.

    <p>connective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A(n) _____________________ is a type of ligament.

    <p>Answer not provided.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medical Terminology Key Concepts

    • Gastroenterology: Combines "gastr-" (stomach) and "entero-" (intestines) with "-ology" (study of).
    • Suffix for Inflammation: -itis indicates inflammation; "Dermatitis" is an example.
    • Indication of Infection: "Endocarditis" features a suffix that indicates infection/inflammation.
    • Combining Forms: "Cardi/o-" is a combining form relating to the heart.

    Specializations and Procedures

    • Gynecologist: Specialist in female reproductive health.
    • -scopy Suffix: Refers to a visual examination of a body part, like joints.
    • Arthroplasty: Indicates a surgical repair of joints.

    Anatomical Terms

    • Epigastric Region: Pertains to the area above the stomach.
    • Dorsal: Refers to the back part of the body.
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament: Located in the knee; play a vital role in knee stability.

    Important Medical Terms

    • Hypotension: Condition of lower than normal blood pressure; prefix "hypo-" means less than normal.
    • Cytology: The study of cells.
    • Septicemia: Condition involving blood poisoning.

    Body Structures and Systems

    • Respiratory System: Includes nasal cavity, trachea, bronchi, and lungs.
    • Musculoskeletal System: Involves tissues for movement, includes bones and ligaments.
    • Connective Tissue: Binds, supports, and protects other tissues.

    Disorders and Conditions

    • Hypertension: Condition of higher than normal blood pressure; directly opposite of hypotension.
    • Arthropathy: Refers to diseases affecting joints.

    Anatomical Position and Planes

    • Anatomical Position: Body standing erect, feet flat, arms at sides, and palms facing forward.
    • Transverse Plane: Divides body into superior and inferior portions.

    Membranes and Cavities

    • Membrane: Thin tissue covering structures or cavities; example includes the periosteum, which covers bones.
    • Cavities: Major cavities include cranial, thoracic, abdominal, and pelvic; "Epigastric" is a region, not a cavity.

    Common Abbreviations

    • LUQ: Abbreviation for left upper quadrant of the abdomen.

    Terminology Structure

    • Combining Form: A root with a combining vowel (e.g., "Cardi/o-").
    • Pathological Suffixes: Indicate symptoms or signs of disease processes.

    Synonyms and Opposites

    • Above: Terms like "hyper-" and "supra-" both mean above.
    • Dorsal vs. Posterior: Both terms refer to the back of the body.

    This set of notes covers essential medical terminology concepts, definitions, and anatomical understanding, emphasizing key terms, their functions, and related medical practices.### Definitions

    • Holistic: An approach considering the whole system rather than just its parts.

    Anatomy and Physiology

    • Thymus and Spleen: Located in the lymphatic system, which plays a crucial role in immune function and fluid balance.

    Anatomical Terms

    • Posterior: Refers to the position situated behind; opposite of anterior.

    • Prone Position: A term for lying flat on the belly; translates from Latin to "bending forward".

    Genetics

    • Hereditary Characteristics: Abbreviated as DNA, which is found in densely coiled structures called chromosomes.

    Cell Biology

    • Ribosome: The organelle responsible for protein manufacture; a critical component of cellular function.

    • Nervous Tissue: Responsible for transmitting impulses for coordination and sensory perception; essential for communication within the body.

    Cellular Terminology

    • Intracellular: Refers to processes or components that occur within the cell; opposite of extracellular.

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    Test your knowledge of medical terminology with this mid-term exam flashcard set. Dive into the definitions and roots of critical medical terms, focusing particularly on gastroenterology and its components. Perfect for students preparing for exams in healthcare-related fields.

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