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Medical Term Practice Quiz

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Grade: Grade 12
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What does the prefix 'cardio-' refer to?
Liver
Brain
Heart
Kidney
The prefix 'cardio-' is used to denote anything related to the heart. It is commonly found in words like cardiology and cardiac.
Which suffix means 'inflammation'?
-ectomy
-ology
-itis
-gram
The suffix '-itis' is used in medical terminology to indicate inflammation. It appears in conditions like arthritis and tonsillitis.
What does the suffix '-ectomy' mean in medical terminology?
Study of
Removal of
Inflammation of
Disease of
The suffix '-ectomy' means surgical removal of a part of the body. It is used in procedures such as appendectomy and tonsillectomy.
What does the root word 'derm' or 'dermat' indicate?
Fat
Skin
Bone
Blood
The root 'derm' or 'dermat' is used to refer to the skin in medical terms. It appears in words like dermatology and dermatitis.
Which prefix denotes 'above' or 'excessive'?
Hyper-
Brady-
Hypo-
Tachy-
The prefix 'hyper-' indicates an excessive or above normal state. It is used in many terms to signify overactivity or excess, such as hypertension.
The combining form 'neuro-' relates to what body system?
Circulatory system
Digestive system
Nervous system
Respiratory system
The combining form 'neuro-' is associated with the nervous system. It is found in words like neurology and neuropathy, clearly indicating its relation to nerves and the brain.
Which prefix means 'against' in the term 'antibiotic'?
Mono-
Peri-
Endo-
Anti-
The prefix 'anti-' means 'against' and is used to denote opposition. In the term 'antibiotic', it describes substances that work against bacteria.
Identify the meaning of the suffix '-logy'.
Disease of
Inflammation
Removal of
Study of
The suffix '-logy' refers to the study or science of a particular subject. It is commonly seen in disciplines such as biology and pathology.
What does the combining form 'gastr/o' refer to?
Kidney
Eye
Lung
Stomach
The combining form 'gastr/o' is associated with the stomach. It is found in terms like gastritis and gastrectomy, clearly linking it to stomach-related conditions.
Which abbreviation stands for 'diagnosis' in medical shorthand?
Rx
Dx
Tx
Hx
In medical shorthand, 'Dx' is the abbreviation for diagnosis. The other abbreviations represent history (Hx), prescription (Rx), and treatment (Tx).
What is the meaning of the term 'hematology'?
Study of skin
Surgical removal
Study of bones
Study of blood
Hematology is the branch of medicine concerned with the study of blood. It combines the root 'hemat/o', meaning blood, with the suffix '-logy', indicating the study of.
Which combining form indicates 'liver'?
Nephr/o
Hepat/o
Pulmon/o
Cardi/o
The combining form 'hepat/o' specifically refers to the liver. It is used in terms such as hepatitis and hepatomegaly to denote liver-related issues.
The suffix '-megaly' means enlargement. In which medical term would you find this suffix?
Cardiomegaly
Gastritis
Neuritis
Osteoporosis
The term 'cardiomegaly' combines 'cardi/o' (heart) with '-megaly' (enlargement) to mean an enlarged heart. This is a classic example of how medical suffixes describe conditions.
In medical terminology, what does the root 'oste/o' refer to?
Joint
Nail
Muscle
Bone
The root 'oste/o' is used to denote bone. This root appears in many terms related to bone health, such as osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
Which prefix means 'within' or 'inside'?
Epi-
Endo-
Exo-
Peri-
The prefix 'endo-' means within or inside, referring to internal structures. It is used in terms like endoscopy and endocarditis to indicate an interior focus.
Which term is best described by combining a prefix meaning 'without' and a root meaning 'fever'?
Hyperthermia
Febrile
Afebrile
Hypothermia
The term 'afebrile' combines the prefix 'a-' meaning without and 'febrile' relating to fever. It describes a condition where a person does not have a fever.
What does the term 'subcutaneous' indicate about the location of a condition?
Within the bone
Beneath the skin
Around the heart
Above the muscle
The term 'subcutaneous' is derived from 'sub-' meaning beneath and 'cutaneous' referring to the skin. It indicates that a condition or injection is located under the skin.
When the suffix '-gram' is used, what does it typically refer to?
Record or picture
Removal
Study
Inflammation
The suffix '-gram' generally refers to a recorded image or graphical representation. This is evident in terms like 'electrocardiogram' which records the electrical activity of the heart.
What does the term 'osteoporosis' mean?
Porous bone structure
Removal of bone
Abnormal bone curvature
Inflammation of the bone
Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by a porous and fragile bone structure. The term is derived from 'oste/o' for bone and '-porosis' indicating a porous condition.
Which term correctly describes a condition of high blood sugar using medical terminology?
Hyperlipidemia
Hyperglycemia
Hypoglycemia
Diabetes
Hyperglycemia combines 'glyc/o' (sugar) with the prefix 'hyper-' (high) and the suffix '-emia' (blood condition) to denote elevated blood sugar levels. This term is specifically used to describe high blood sugar in a clinical context.
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Study Outcomes

  1. Understand fundamental medical terminology and its significance in clinical contexts.
  2. Apply medical terms accurately in exam-style scenarios.
  3. Analyze complex medical vocabulary by breaking down prefixes, roots, and suffixes.
  4. Evaluate case-based questions using targeted feedback to identify key health science concepts.
  5. Reinforce exam preparation skills by demonstrating proficiency in medical term comprehension.

Medical Term Quiz: Practice Questions Cheat Sheet

  1. Dissect medical word parts - Every medical term is a combo of prefixes (beginnings), roots (core meanings), suffixes (endings) and combining forms. By conquering these four building blocks you'll feel like a decoding master when you see terms like cardiology (cardi- = heart, -ology = study of). Practice daily and watch your confidence soar! CliffsNotes
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  2. Master common prefixes - Prefixes like hyper- (excessive), hypo- (under) and brady- (slow) give you huge clues right off the bat. Spotting hypertension or bradycardia becomes effortless once these little bundles of meaning stick in your brain. Keep quizzing yourself with flashcards for extra fun! CliffsNotes
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  3. Know your suffixes - Suffixes like -itis (inflammation), -ectomy (surgical removal) and -ology (study of) tell you what's happening at the end of the word. They turn mystery terms into understandable ideas like appendicitis and nephrology. Make a suffix chart that looks like a pizza for extra memorability! CliffsNotes
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  4. Build your own terms - Combine what you know to craft words like gastroenterology (gastro- = stomach, enter- = intestine, -ology = study of). Playing with these pieces is like LEGOs for language - endless creations and surprises! Challenge friends to see who makes the funniest real or fake term. CliffsNotes
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  5. Use mnemonic devices - Mnemonics turn long lists into easy hooks - 'FAST' for stroke symptoms (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call). They're your memory's secret weapon. Whip up your own quirky phrases to make facts stick for the long haul! NursingCenter
    6. Nursing Center Mnemonics
  6. Crack medical abbreviations - Symbols like BP for blood pressure and HR for heart rate are shorthand shortcuts in charts and conversations. Knowing them makes you feel like a real healthcare insider. Create abbreviation flashcards for speedy recall during study sessions! CliffsNotes
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  7. Memorize the cranial nerves - Use the classic line "On Old Olympus's Towering Tops, A Finn And German Viewed Some Hops" to anchor the 12 names in order. Turning it into a rap or jingle adds extra oomph. Sing it in the shower and you'll nail those nerves before you know it! Osmosis
    8. Osmosis Mnemonics
  8. Spot eponyms - Many diseases, like Parkinson's or Alzheimer's, bear the names of the legends who discovered them. Knowing these makes terms more memorable and ties you to medical history. Bonus: try pronouncing each name like a true expert! CliffsNotes
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  9. AEIOU-TIPS for altered mental status - This nifty acronym covers Alcohol, Epilepsy, Insulin, Overdose, Uremia, Trauma, Infection, Psychogenic causes, and Stroke. It's like a diagnostic GPS when you're in a clinical scenario. Drill it until it's second nature! Wikipedia
    10. AEIOU-TIPS on Wikipedia
  10. Break down long terms - Take osteoporosis apart: 'osteo-' (bone) + '-porosis' (porous condition) to decode it as bones becoming fragile. Practicing this with tricky words turns you into a terminology ninja. Soon you'll breeze through any multisyllabic monster! CliffsNotes
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