Medical Terminology Quiz

What are the three main components of medical terms?

When is a combining vowel used between a root and a suffix?

Which of the following is derived from Latin or Greek and serves as the main part of a medical term?

What is the purpose of prefixes and suffixes in medical terms?

What happens when two or more roots are joined?

Which term correctly uses a combining form?

In the term 'hyperthyroidism', what is the role of the prefix?

Which combining vowel is most commonly used in medical terminology?

Medical Terminology

Medical Terminology is the specialized language used by healthcare professionals.
Purpose: Accurately describe body parts, conditions, processes, and procedures in a science-based manner.
Components: The three main parts of a medical term
- Prefix: Added at the beginning of the root for descriptive detail.
- Root: The core of the word, usually indicating a body part or organ.
- Suffix: Added at the end of the root to modify its meaning.

Word Root

Core part of the word.
Origin: Often derived from Latin or Greek languages.
Combining Vowel:
- Usually the letter "O" used to connect the root with suffixes or other roots for better pronunciation.

Combining Vowel

Connects root words with suffixes or other roots.
Used with Suffixes: When the suffix starts with a consonant.
Not used with Suffixes: When the suffix starts with a vowel.
Used with Roots: Always used when two or more roots are joined to form a compound word.
Not used with prefixes: Combining vowels are not used with prefixes.

Important Notes for Term Elements

Combining Elements:
- Prefixes, roots, and suffixes can be combined to form new terms.
- Examples:
  - Hyperthyroidism (prefix + root + suffix)
  - Epidermis (prefix + root)
  - Cardiology (root + suffix)
  - Dyspnea (prefix + suffix)
  - Gastroenterology (root + root + suffix)

Test your knowledge of medical terminology, including the structure and components of medical terms. This quiz covers key concepts such as prefixes, roots, and suffixes in the context of healthcare language. Perfect for students and professionals looking to enhance their understanding of medical vocabulary.