Medical term midterm Flashcards
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What are the four basic components of a medical term?
Prefix, root word, suffix, and combining vowel
What is the purpose of a prefix in medical terminology?
To modify the meaning of the root word by indicating location, number, time, or status
What does a suffix indicate in a medical term?
It often describes a condition, disease, procedure, or a part of speech
What is a root word in medical terminology?
The main part of the word that provides its fundamental meaning
What is a combining vowel, and when is it used?
A vowel (usually ‘o’) that links a root word to a suffix or another root word for easier pronunciation
What is an example of a medical term that contains all four word elements?
Electrocardiogram (electr/o = electricity, cardi = heart, -gram = recording)
Why is learning medical terminology essential in health care?
It ensures accurate and efficient communication between healthcare professionals
How can breaking down medical terms help in understanding them?
By identifying the prefix, root, and suffix, you can determine the meaning even if you’ve never seen the term before
What are the four levels of body organization?
Cells, tissues, organs, and systems
What are the common features found in all human cells?
Nucleus, cytoplasm, and cell membrane
What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
It controls cell activity and contains DNA
What are the four types of tissue in the human body?
Epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue
What is the function of epithelial tissue?
Covers body surfaces and lines cavities, protecting underlying structures
What type of tissue connects and supports other body structures?
Connective tissue
Which type of tissue is responsible for movement?
Muscle tissue
What is the role of nervous tissue in the body?
It transmits electrical signals between the brain, spinal cord, and body parts
How many organ systems are in the human body?
Twelve
What are the three main anatomical planes of the body?
Sagittal plane, Frontal plane, Transverse plane
What is the anatomical position?
Standing upright, facing forward, arms at sides, palms facing forward
What is the difference between proximal and distal?
Proximal is closer to the point of attachment, distal is farther away
What is the difference between medial and lateral?
Medial means closer to the midline of the body, lateral means farther from the midline
What are the four main functions of the skin?
Protection, temperature regulation, sensation, and vitamin D production
What are the three layers of the skin?
Epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis
What is the primary function of the epidermis?
Acts as a protective barrier and produces skin tone
