Medical Terminology: Prefixes, Roots, Suffixes

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What role does a suffix play in a medical term?

It indicates the number of parts.

It adds meaning such as a condition or procedure. (correct)

It modifies the location of an organ.

It describes a fundamental meaning.

Which of the following correctly defines the term 'Pancreatitis' based on its components?

Inflammation of the pancreas. (correct)

Inflammation in the dental region.

A specialist in pancreatic diseases.

Surgical removal of the pancreas.

What is a combining vowel and why is it used in medical terminology?

It changes the meaning of the root entirely.

It provides grammatical cases for medical terms.

It defines the main body part described in the term.

It allows the combination of roots that end and start with consonants. (correct)

Which statement accurately describes a medical root?

It usually describes a body part and has a fundamental meaning. Signup and view all the answers

Identify the correct statement about the term 'Gingivitis'.

It indicates inflammation in the gingiva. Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the suffix -desis?

Binding or fixation Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure involves the examination of internal structures using the suffix -scopy?

Bronchoscopy Signup and view all the answers

What does the suffix -algia indicate?

Pain Signup and view all the answers

Which description is associated with the suffix -plasty?

Plastic repair of a structure Signup and view all the answers

What is the combined form for the word 'Neurology'?

Neur/o Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents the correct analysis of 'Gastroenteritis'?

Gastr/o/enter/itis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a combining vowel in medical terminology?

To simplify the pronunciation of medical terms Signup and view all the answers

What combination does 'Hepatosplenomegaly' represent?

Hepat/o/splen/o/megaly Signup and view all the answers

How is the word 'Chemotherapy' constructed in terms of roots?

Chem/o/therapy Signup and view all the answers

What is the medical term for inflammation of the joint using root and suffix only?

Arthritis Signup and view all the answers

Identify the correct medical term that combines two roots with 'o' and a suffix to indicate enlargement of the liver and spleen.

Hepatosplenomegaly Signup and view all the answers

Which term denotes surgical removal of the appendix?

Appendectomy Signup and view all the answers

What does the suffix '-algia' indicate when combined with a root?

Pain Signup and view all the answers

For the term 'Chondromalacia', what is the meaning of the suffix '-malacia'?

Softening Signup and view all the answers

Which medical term includes two roots, both linked with 'o', to describe a procedure for joint repair?

Arthroplasty Signup and view all the answers

What term refers to the condition of hardening of the arteries, using the correct combined form?

Arteriosclerosis Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Menorrhea' specifically refer to in medical terminology?

Normal menstrual flow Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used for the surgical removal of the stomach?

Gastrectomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the inflammation of both cartilage and bone, ensuring proper root combining?

Osteochondritis Signup and view all the answers

What does the suffix '-itis' indicate in medical terminology?

Inflammation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms indicates an abnormal dilatation of a blood vessel?

Angiectasis Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the suffix '-oma' in medical terminology?

Tumor Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following diseases is characterized by an abnormally low amount of sugar in the blood?

Hypoglycemia Signup and view all the answers

What does the suffix '-sclerosis' imply?

Hardening Signup and view all the answers

Which suffix would you use to describe a fear of water?

-phobia Signup and view all the answers

The term 'Hepatosplenomegaly' refers to which condition?

Enlargement of liver and spleen Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following indicates a condition of stones in the kidney?

Nephrolithiasis Signup and view all the answers

What does the suffix '-emia' refer to?

Blood Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes a condition associated with the softening of cartilage?

Chondromalacia Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the suffix '-megaly'?

Enlargement Signup and view all the answers

The term 'Neuropathy' is best described as:

Condition affecting the nerves Signup and view all the answers

What suffix would indicate a condition of hernia or protrusion?

-cele Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms refers to a disease caused by fungus?

Mycosis Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Prefixes, Roots, and Suffixes

A medical term is usually derived from a source language (Greek or Latin).
Prefixes are added to the beginning of a medical term to modify its meaning
Suffixes are added to the end of a medical term to modify its meaning.
This can include giving additional info about the location of an organ or parts/time of the process.
A root word is the main part of the word
All medical words have at least one root
A combining vowel is used to connect two roots together, even if the second root starts with a vowel.
Combining vowels are usually "o."
Certain combined forms are hard to pronounce due to a consonant at the end of the first part and a consonant as a root.
Vowel "A", "E", "I", "O", and "U" are the vowels used
The most common combining vowel is "o"
This enables linking two word elements together.

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This quiz explores the components of medical terminology, including prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Understand how these elements come together to form meaningful medical terms and their significance in conveying information about anatomy and procedures. Test your knowledge of combining vowels and their usage in medical vocabulary.