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When did many current medical word elements originate?
When did many current medical word elements originate?
- 9th century
- 4th century B.C. (correct)
- 16th century
- 20th century
Who is the historical figure mentioned in the context of early medical terminology?
Who is the historical figure mentioned in the context of early medical terminology?
- Aristotle
- Socrates
- Galileo
- Hippocrates (correct)
What are MRI and US examples of in the context of medical terminology?
What are MRI and US examples of in the context of medical terminology?
- Medical procedures
- Pharmacological terms
- Radiographic terms (correct)
- Therapeutic techniques
Which of the following describes the nature of medical vocabulary?
Which of the following describes the nature of medical vocabulary?
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What has driven the evolution of new medical terms?
What has driven the evolution of new medical terms?
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Study Notes
Medical Word Elements
- The language of medicine is a specialized vocabulary used by health care providers.
- Many current medical word elements originated as early as the 4th century B.C. when Hippocrates practiced medicine.
- With technological and scientific advancements in medicine, new terms have evolved to reflect these innovations.
- A medical word consists of some or all of the following elements.
- Examples of radiographic terms include magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasound (US).
- Radiographic terms, such as MRI and US, are commonly used to describe current diagnostic procedures.
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