Surgical Terminology Module 4
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Surgical Terminology Module 4

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What does the prefix 'anti-' mean in surgical terminology?

  • external
  • before
  • against (correct)
  • within

    • Which prefix signifies a condition of slowness in medical terms?

  • brisk
  • brady (correct)
  • meta
  • poly

    • The term 'omni-' is not listed in the provided prefixes. Which prefix means 'all'?

  • extra
  • bi
  • pan (correct)
  • poly

    • Which prefix translates to 'before'?

    <p>ante</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'poly-' refer to in surgical terminology?

    <p>many</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following prefixes means 'external'?

    <p>ecto</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'neo-' mean in a medical context?

    <p>new</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which prefix indicates 'both' in surgical terminology?

    <p>ambi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'nephr' refer to?

    <p>Kidney</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to an incision into the ear drum?

    <p>Myringotomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the suffix 'ectomy' signify?

    <p>Surgically remove</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which prefix indicates a relationship to women?

    <p>Gyne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What body part is referred to by the prefix 'dors'?

    <p>Back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What medical term refers to inflammation of the gums?

    <p>Gingivitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'hydro' indicate?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What anatomical structure does 'enter' refer to?

    <p>Small intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the root 'aden' mean in surgical terminology?

    <p>gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following root words means 'heart'?

    <p>cardi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the root 'arthr' refer to?

    <p>joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which root word is associated with 'gall bladder'?

    <p>cholecyst</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'angioplasty' includes a root that means what?

    <p>vessel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the root 'cephal' mean?

    <p>head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which root means 'abdominal'?

    <p>celi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'tachy' imply about a medical condition?

    <p>rapid speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the surgical removal of a testicle?

    <p>Orchidectomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'pneumo' relate to?

    <p>Air or lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term relates to the disease of the renal pelvis?

    <p>Pyelopathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'rhizotomy' refer to in medical terms?

    <p>Root resection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes inflammation of the ear?

    <p>Otitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the suffix 'ectomy' signify in surgical terminology?

    <p>excision of</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the medical term for removal of the thyroid gland?

    <p>Thyroidectomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which suffix indicates inflammation?

    <p>itis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'anemia' refer to in medical terms based on its suffix?

    <p>blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medical term relates to the surgical creation of an opening in the urethra?

    <p>Ureterostomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term indicates procedures dealing with the fallopian tubes?

    <p>Salpingostomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term means a surgical creation of an artificial opening?

    <p>ostomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which suffix indicates a scientific study or field of medicine?

    <p>logy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'ptosis' refer to in medical terminology?

    <p>falling or drooping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'centesis' refer to in a medical context?

    <p>puncture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which suffix refers to the process of loose or flowing dissolution?

    <p>lysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Prefixes in Surgical Terminology

    • Prefixes often indicate location, direction, or characteristics related to the surgical procedure.
    • Examples include:
      • A (without, not) - asepsis
      • Ab (away from) - abduction
      • ante (before) - antenatal
      • peri (around) - pericardium
      • tachy (rapid speed) - tachycardia
      • trans (through, across) - translaminar

    Roots in Surgical Terminology

    • Roots provide essential meanings often related to bodily structures or conditions.
    • Key roots include:
      • cardi (heart) - cardiology
      • neuro (nerve) - neuroma
      • hepa (liver) - hepatitis
      • oste (bone) - osteotomy
      • gastro (stomach) - gastrostomy
      • phleb (vein) - phlebotomy

    Suffixes in Surgical Terminology

    • Suffixes typically denote a condition, a process, or an action associated with surgical terminology.
    • Important suffixes include:
      • ectomy (excision of) - appendectomy
      • itis (inflammation) - blepharitis
      • plasty (surgical repair) - gastroplasty
      • ostomy (artificial opening) - colostomy
      • algia (pain) - neuralgia
      • oma (tumor) - osteoma

    Importance of Terminology in Surgical Nursing

    • Mastery of surgical terminology is crucial for effective communication and assistance in the surgical environment.
    • Understanding prefixes, roots, and suffixes enhances clarity in discussions regarding procedures, diagnoses, and patient care.

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    This quiz focuses on the key terminology used in Module 4 of the surgical theory course. Understanding prefixes and their meanings is crucial for scrub nurses to assist effectively in surgical teams. Prepare to test your knowledge and help enhance patient care through effective communication.

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