Chapter 25 medical terminology

Question 1

What is the definition of ‘anatomy’?

Answer 1

The study of the structure of the body and its parts.

Question 2

True or False: Physiology is the study of how the body and its parts function.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The term ‘pathology’ refers to the study of ______.

Answer 3

diseases

Question 4

What does ‘dermatology’ specialize in?

Answer 4

The diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders.

Question 5

What is the medical term for the outer layer of the skin?

Answer 5

Epidermis

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of tissue? A) Epithelial B) Connective C) Neural D) Chemical

Answer 6

D) Chemical

Question 7

What is the function of connective tissue?

Answer 7

To support, bind together, and protect tissues and organs.

Question 8

True or False: The term ‘homeostasis’ refers to the body’s ability to maintain a stable internal environment.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What does the prefix ‘dermato-‘ mean?

Answer 9

Skin

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The medical term ‘hypodermic’ refers to something situated ______ the skin.

Answer 10

beneath

Question 11

What is ‘sebaceous gland’ responsible for?

Answer 11

Producing oil (sebum) to lubricate the skin.

Question 12

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a layer of the skin? A) Epidermis B) Dermis C) Hypodermis D) All of the above

Answer 12

D) All of the above

Question 13

What does ‘lesion’ mean in medical terminology?

Answer 13

An area of abnormal tissue change.

Question 14

True or False: ‘Acne vulgaris’ is a chronic skin condition characterized by the appearance of pimples.

Answer 14

True

Question 15

What is the medical term for ‘inflammation of the skin’?

Answer 15

Dermatitis

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The term ‘melanocyte’ refers to a cell that produces ______.

Answer 16

melanin

Question 17

What does the suffix ‘-itis’ indicate?

Answer 17

Inflammation

Question 18

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a symptom of eczema? A) Itching B) Foul odor C) Fever D) All of the above

Answer 18

A) Itching

Question 19

What is the primary function of the integumentary system?

Answer 19

To protect the body from external damage and regulate temperature.

Question 20

True or False: ‘Psoriasis’ is a contagious skin disease.

Answer 20

False

Question 21

What does ‘hyperpigmentation’ refer to?

Answer 21

Darkening of the skin due to excess melanin.

Question 22

Fill in the blank: The term ‘hypopigmentation’ refers to a ______ in skin color.

Answer 22

decrease

Question 23

What is the medical term for ‘skin cancer’?

Answer 23

Carcinoma

Question 24

Multiple Choice: Which type of skin cancer is considered the most dangerous? A) Basal cell carcinoma B) Squamous cell carcinoma C) Melanoma D) All of the above

Answer 24

C) Melanoma

Question 25

What is the primary purpose of a biopsy?

Answer 25

To examine tissue for signs of disease.

Question 26

True or False: 'Alopecia' refers to hair loss.

Answer 26

True

Question 27

What does the term 'dermal' refer to?

Answer 27

Relating to the dermis layer of the skin.

Question 28

Fill in the blank: The medical term 'xeroderma' refers to ______ skin.

Answer 28

dry

Question 29

What is the function of sweat glands?

Answer 29

To regulate body temperature through perspiration.

Question 30

Multiple Choice: Which skin condition is characterized by blisters? A) Psoriasis B) Eczema C) Rosacea D) All of the above

Answer 30

B) Eczema

Question 31

What does 'neoplasm' mean?

Answer 31

An abnormal growth of tissue.

Question 32

True or False: 'Viral infections' can cause skin rashes.

Answer 32

True

Question 33

What is the medical term for an 'allergic reaction'?

Answer 33

Hypersensitivity

Question 34

Fill in the blank: The term 'pruritus' refers to ______.

Answer 34

itching

Question 35

What does 'dermatoplasty' involve?

Answer 35

Surgical repair of the skin.

Question 36

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a skin type? A) Oily B) Dry C) Combination D) Fragile

Answer 36

D) Fragile

Question 37

What does 'scleroderma' refer to?

Answer 37

A disease that causes hardening and tightening of the skin.

Question 38

True or False: 'Rosacea' primarily affects the cheeks and nose.

Answer 38

True

Question 39

What is the medical term for 'sunburn'?

Answer 39

Erythema

Question 40

Fill in the blank: The term 'debridement' refers to the removal of ______ from a wound.

Answer 40

dead tissue