Word Roots and Medical Terms Quiz

Study Notes

Word Roots and Definitions

an-: Prefix meaning "not" or "without," indicating negation or absence.
aesth, esth, esthesi, esthesio: Roots associated with "feeling," "perception," and "sensation," often used in medical or artistic contexts.
-ology: Suffix denoting "study of" or "science," commonly found in various fields of knowledge.
-ete: Suffix used to indicate "one who," often referring to a person associated with a particular action or characteristic.
-esia: Suffix that implies "action" or "process," frequently used in terms related to sensations or feelings.
meter: Term referring to "measure," used in instruments for quantifying various phenomena.
etic: Suffix meaning "like" or "related to," often used to form adjectives from nouns.
-ist: Suffix denoting "one who," similar to -ete, often used to describe a person engaged in a particular art or profession.

Medical Terms and Instruments

anesthesia: Refers to a medically induced state that results in insensitivity to pain, crucial for surgical procedures.
anesthetic: A type of drug responsible for causing a temporary loss of bodily sensations, typically utilized in medical settings.
esthesiometer: A specialized instrument designed to measure tactile sensitivity, important for assessing nerve function and sensation.
aesthete: Describes an individual who possesses or pretends to have an artistic sensibility or a refined appreciation of beauty.
anesthesiologist: A medical professional who specializes in administering anesthesia and managing pain relief during surgical operations.
aesthetic: Pertaining to the study or appreciation of beauty, encompassing art, design, and sensory experiences.

Description

Test your knowledge of medical terminology, focusing on word roots, prefixes, and suffixes commonly used in the field. This quiz will help you understand the meanings behind various medical terms and enhance your vocabulary in health sciences.