MEDICAL TERMINOLGY& ANATOMY Flashcards
ANATOMY AND TERMS (10 cards)
1
Q
What is the meaning of the prefix ‘hyper-‘?
A
Above normal or excessive.
2
Q
True or False: The suffix ‘-itis’ indicates inflammation.
A
True.
3
Q
Fill in the blank: The term ‘cardiology’ refers to the study of _____?
A
The heart.
4
Q
What does the root word ‘neuro’ refer to?
A
Nerves or the nervous system.
5
Q
Which of the following terms means ‘surgical removal’? A) -ectomy B) -itis C) -oma
A
-ectomy.
6
Q
What is the meaning of the suffix ‘-ology’?
A
The study of.
7
Q
True or False: ‘Dermatology’ is the study of the skin.
A
True.
8
Q
What does the prefix ‘brady-‘ mean?
A
Slow.
9
Q
Fill in the blank: The term ‘hematology’ is related to the study of _____?
A
Blood.
10
Q
What is the meaning of the root word ‘gastro’?
A
Stomach.
