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What is the phonetic spelling of the term 'nausea'?
What is the phonetic spelling of the term 'nausea'?
- Naw-she-a
- Naw-say-a
- Naw-za-a
- Naw-zee-a (correct)
The term 'dysphagia' refers to difficulty swallowing.
The term 'dysphagia' refers to difficulty swallowing.
True (A)
Define the term 'prophylactic'.
Define the term 'prophylactic'.
A preventive measure or treatment used to prevent disease.
The medical condition where there is blood in urine is called __________.
The medical condition where there is blood in urine is called __________.
Match the medical terms with their meanings:
Match the medical terms with their meanings:
What does the combining form 'erythr/o' relate to?
What does the combining form 'erythr/o' relate to?
A symptom is an objective finding of a disease detected while examining the patient.
A symptom is an objective finding of a disease detected while examining the patient.
What is the medical term for the surgical removal of the breast?
What is the medical term for the surgical removal of the breast?
The medical term for inflammation of the stomach is called _______.
The medical term for inflammation of the stomach is called _______.
Match the following medical terms with their meanings:
Match the following medical terms with their meanings:
Which healthcare professional specializes in the treatment of cancer?
Which healthcare professional specializes in the treatment of cancer?
A dietician is responsible for conducting radiotherapy procedures.
A dietician is responsible for conducting radiotherapy procedures.
An objective finding indicating a disorder detected during examination is known as a _______.
An objective finding indicating a disorder detected during examination is known as a _______.
What is the definition of 'dysphagia'?
What is the definition of 'dysphagia'?
Haematuria is defined as the presence of blood in the stool.
Haematuria is defined as the presence of blood in the stool.
What does 'NSAID' stand for?
What does 'NSAID' stand for?
The term used for the surgical removal of the breast is __________.
The term used for the surgical removal of the breast is __________.
Which abbreviation is used to refer to a liver function test?
Which abbreviation is used to refer to a liver function test?
Match the following medical conditions with their definitions:
Match the following medical conditions with their definitions:
Epistaxis is a condition that refers to vomiting.
Epistaxis is a condition that refers to vomiting.
What does the suffix '-ectomy' refer to?
What does the suffix '-ectomy' refer to?
The prefix 'hyper-' indicates a condition that is below normal.
The prefix 'hyper-' indicates a condition that is below normal.
What is the meaning of the word root 'pulmo'?
What is the meaning of the word root 'pulmo'?
The combining vowel that is most commonly used in medical terminology is the letter ______.
The combining vowel that is most commonly used in medical terminology is the letter ______.
Match each medical term with its meaning:
Match each medical term with its meaning:
What term describes the combination of different elements to create a medical word?
What term describes the combination of different elements to create a medical word?
All medical terms must have a prefix.
All medical terms must have a prefix.
What does the prefix 'sub-' mean?
What does the prefix 'sub-' mean?
A condition characterized by pain or difficulty is referred to as ______.
A condition characterized by pain or difficulty is referred to as ______.
Which of the following best describes the function of a combining vowel?
Which of the following best describes the function of a combining vowel?
Flashcards
Word root
Word root
The core part of a medical term, conveying its primary meaning. Usually derived from Latin or Greek.
Prefix
Prefix
Added before the word root, modifies its meaning or creates a new word. Often indicates location, time, shape, or direction.
Suffix
Suffix
Comes after the word root, usually describes a condition, investigation, or procedure.
Combining vowel
Combining vowel
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Combining form
Combining form
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Hepat
Hepat
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Pulmo
Pulmo
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Osteo
Osteo
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Mast
Mast
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Gastro
Gastro
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Chronic
Chronic
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Acute
Acute
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Contraindication
Contraindication
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Prophylactic
Prophylactic
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Pain
Pain
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Alopecia
Alopecia
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Anemia
Anemia
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Desquamation
Desquamation
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Diarrhea
Diarrhea
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Dysphagia
Dysphagia
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Dysphasia
Dysphasia
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Epistaxis
Epistaxis
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Flatulence
Flatulence
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Symptom
Symptom
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Therapeutic radiographer
Therapeutic radiographer
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Physicist/dosimetrist
Physicist/dosimetrist
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Study Notes
Introduction to Medical Terminology
- The presentation is about medical terminology, specifically in radiotherapy.
- The aim is to understand and utilize medical terms effectively.
Session Outcomes
- Students will be able to explain common terms used in radiotherapy.
- Students will be able to spell and pronounce these terms correctly.
- Students will be able to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Session Plan
- Introduction to common medical terms.
- Learning in pairs, strengthening the learning process.
- Quiz assessing knowledge.
Building Blocks of Words
- Word root: The core meaning of a medical term, often derived from Latin or Greek.
- Examples: hepat (liver), pulmo (lung), osteo (bone), mast (breast), gastro (stomach)
- Prefix: Added before a word root, it modifies or adds further meaning.
- Examples: pre- (before), sub- (under), hyper- (above/excessive), dys- (difficult/painful/abnormal), intra- (within/inside)
- Suffix: Added after a word root, indicating a condition, procedure, or other specific concept.
- Examples: -ectomy (surgical removal), -itis (inflammation), -cyte (cell), -scopy (visual examination), -oma (tumor/mass), -pnea (breathing)
- Combining vowel: Used to connect word roots and suffixes, often "o" or "i."
Interpreting Medical Terms
- Combining forms: Combining a word root with a combining vowel and suffix.
- Examples: angi/o (vessel), mast/o (breast), gastr/o (stomach)
- Corresponding terms:
- haemangioma
- mastectomy
- gastritis
Patient Related Terms
- Signs: Objective findings, noticeable by the examiner.
- Example: Fever, high blood pressure
- Symptoms: Subjective experiences reported by the patient.
- Example: Pain, fatigue, nausea
Additional Terms
- Acute: Short-term, sudden condition.
- Chronic: Long-term condition.
- Contraindications: Reasons why a treatment should not be used.
- Prophylactic: Preventative measure to avoid an issue.
Pronunciation Guide
- A table providing common medical terms and phonetic spellings.
Practice Exercises
- Task: Pronounce medical terms in pairs.
- Task: Complete definitions for given medical terms.
Abbreviations
- A list of common abbreviations used in patient records. (e.g., PEG, CXR, FBC)
Radiotherapy Centre
- A visual representation of a radiotherapy centre and equipment.
Healthcare Professionals
- A visual representation and list of healthcare providers commonly encountered in radiotherapy settings. (e.g., oncologist, radiographer, speech therapist)
Additional Information
- The presentation incorporates Mentimeter for quizzes in the session's different stages.
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