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What is the process called for removing toxic waste from the blood when the kidneys cannot perform this function?
What is the process called for removing toxic waste from the blood when the kidneys cannot perform this function?
Which term describes the procedure that involves inserting a catheter into the urinary bladder?
Which term describes the procedure that involves inserting a catheter into the urinary bladder?
What does the suffix '-plasty' indicate in medical terminology?
What does the suffix '-plasty' indicate in medical terminology?
Which medical condition is characterized by the inability to control the bladder?
Which medical condition is characterized by the inability to control the bladder?
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What is the term for stones that form in the kidney?
What is the term for stones that form in the kidney?
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What is the definition of 'inflammation'?
What is the definition of 'inflammation'?
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What does the suffix '-oma' indicate?
What does the suffix '-oma' indicate?
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Which type of cancer is characterized by malignant growth from scale-like epithelial tissue?
Which type of cancer is characterized by malignant growth from scale-like epithelial tissue?
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Which term is used to describe a localized collection of pus?
Which term is used to describe a localized collection of pus?
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What is the meaning of the prefix 'neph-'?
What is the meaning of the prefix 'neph-'?
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In medical terminology, what does 'chemotherapy' refer to?
In medical terminology, what does 'chemotherapy' refer to?
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Which medical term describes the prediction of a possible outcome of a disease?
Which medical term describes the prediction of a possible outcome of a disease?
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What does the term 'malignant' signify in a medical context?
What does the term 'malignant' signify in a medical context?
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Which medical term signifies 'abnormal condition'?
Which medical term signifies 'abnormal condition'?
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What is the anatomical position?
What is the anatomical position?
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Which of the following terms refers to a surgical incision into a body part?
Which of the following terms refers to a surgical incision into a body part?
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What does 'edema' refer to in medical terminology?
What does 'edema' refer to in medical terminology?
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What does the prefix 'hyper-' indicate?
What does the prefix 'hyper-' indicate?
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Which term is commonly used to describe a disease that occurs from an infectious organism attacking the lungs?
Which term is commonly used to describe a disease that occurs from an infectious organism attacking the lungs?
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Which of the following is NOT a treatment method for cancer?
Which of the following is NOT a treatment method for cancer?
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Study Notes
Medical Terminology
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Prefixes:
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a-,an-: without or absence -
dys-: difficult, painful, or abnormal -
endo-: within -
epi-: on, upon, or over -
hyper-: above or excessive -
hypo-: below, deficient, under -
intra-: within -
meta-: beyond -
neo-: new -
per-: through -
proxim-: near (point of attachment) -
sub-: below or under
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Suffixes:
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-al,-ior: pertaining to -
-ary: pertaining to -
-centesis: surgical puncture to remove fluid -
-ectomy: surgical removal or excision -
-emia: blood condition -
-eal: pertaining to -
-genic: producing or causing -
-gram: record, radiographic image -
-graphy: process of recording or radiographic image -
-iasis: condition -
-itis: inflammation -
-logist: specialist (physician) who studies and treats -
-logy: the study of -
-meter: instrument used to measure -
-oid: resembling -
-oma: tumor -
-osis: abnormal condition -
-pexy: surgical fixation or suspension -
-plasty: surgical repair -
-pnea: breathing -
-rrhagia: rapid flow of blood -
-rrhea: flow or discharge -
-scope: instrument used for visual examination -
-scopic: pertaining to visual examination -
-scopy: visual examination -
-stomy: artificial opening -
-tomy: incision into -
-tripsy: surgical crushing -
-a,-e,-y: no meaning
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Body Parts and Regions
- Anatomic Position: face forward, feet front, palms forward
- Anterior: front
- Posterior: back or behind
- Anteroposterior: front to back
- Cephalic: pertaining to the head
- Caudal: tail (downward)
- Distal: away from point of attachment
- Inferior: below
- Lateral: side
- Medial: middle
- Proximal: near point of attachment
- Superior: above
- Ventral: pertaining to the belly (front)
- Dorsal: pertaining to the back
Diagnostic and Treatment Terms
- Biopsy (Bx): removal of living tissue for microscopic examination
- Chemotherapy (chemo): cancer treatment using pharmaceuticals
- Diagnosis (Dx): identification of a disease
- Inflammation: protective response of body tissue with redness, swelling, heat, and pain
- Maligant: tending to become progressively worse, possibly resulting in death
- METS: metastasis (spread of cancer)
- Prognosis (Px): prediction of disease outcome
- Radiation Therapy (XRT): cancer treatment with radioactive substances
- Remission: lessening or absence of disease signs
Body Systems
- Cardiovascular: heart and blood vessels
- Gastrointestinal: stomach, intestines, etc.
- Musculoskeletal: muscles and bones
- Nervous: brain, spinal cord, and nerves
- Respiratory: lungs, trachea, etc.
- Urinary: kidneys, bladder, ureters, etc.
Other Important Terminology
- Abscess: Localized collection of pus
- CA: Cancer
- CT scan: Computerized images of the body (Computed Tomography)
- COPD: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- CXR: Chest X-Ray
- Edema: Puffy swelling due to fluid accumulation
- Influenza (Flu): Highly contagious respiratory infection
- Laceration: Torn, ragged-edged wound
- Lesion: Visible tissue change from injury or disease
- Pressure Ulcer (Bedsore): Eroded skin sore from prolonged pressure
- Shingles (Herpes Zoster): Painful, inflamed blisters following nerve routes
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma (sqCCA): Malignant growth from scale-like epithelial tissue
- Staphylococcus (Staph): Bacteria in grape-like clusters that cause infections
- Streptococcus (Strep): Bacteria in twisted chains that cause infections
- Tuberculosis (TB): Infectious disease affecting the lungs (etc.)
- URI: Upper Respiratory Infection
Cell Types
- Cyt: cell
- Epitheli: epithelium
- Hist: tissue
- Lip: fat
- My: muscle
- ** Neur:** nerves
- Path: disease
- Plasm: growth
- Sarc: flesh or connective tissue
- Viscer: internal organs
General Medical Roots
- Note the importance of prefixes, suffixes
- -ad, -ic, --ior: used to describe location or status
Body Part Roots
- acr: extremities (arms and legs)
- arthr: joint
- bronch: bronchus
- capn: carbon dioxide
- card: heart
- cephalo: head
- cutane: skin
- derm: skin
- dermat: skin
- hem: blood
- hemat: blood
- laryng: larynx
- lith: stone or calculus
- muc: mucus
- myc: fungus
- nas: nose
- nephr: kidney
- neur: nerve
- noct: night
- onych: nail
- ox: oxygen
- path: disease
- pharyng: pharynx
- pneum/pneumon: lung or air
- poly: many
- pulmon: lung
- py: pus
- rhin: nose
- ren: kidney
- trache: trachea
- ur/urin: urination, urine or urinary tract
- ven: vein
- viscer: internal organs
Diagnostic Imaging
- Chest Radiograph (CXR): Radiographic image of the chest
- Chest Computed Tomography (CT scan): Computerized images of the chest
Diagnostic Tests and Procedures
- Urinalysis (UA): Laboratory tests on urine
- Urinary Catheterization: Inserting a catheter into the bladder
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Test your knowledge on medical terminology with this quiz focused on common prefixes and suffixes. Learn about their meanings and how they are used in medical terminology. Perfect for students studying medicine or nursing!
