Test 1/Test 2 Questions Flashcards
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What is the surgical repair of the abdomen called?
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Gastroplasty
2
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Which type of tissue holds organs and systems together in the body?
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Connective Tissue
3
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In which plane is the body divided into right and left sides?
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Sagittal plane
4
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What does hypodermic mean?
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Pertaining to under the skin
5
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What does the term ‘Benign’ mean?
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Non-cancerous
6
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What term describes inflammation of the joints?
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Arthritis
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What term describes an involuntary or unconsious process?
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Autonomic
7
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Which term is commonly used to refer to tinea infection on the feet?
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Tinea Pedis
8
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What is arthrocentesis?
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Surgical puncture to aspirate fluid from a joint
9
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Which term refers to the inflammation of a tendon?
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Tendinitis
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What does arthralgia refer to?
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Joint pain
11
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What does the suffix -ectomy mean?
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Surgical removal
12
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What is the condition characterized by slow movement?
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Bradykinesia
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What does the prefix intra- indicate in a word?
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Within or inside
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Which term describes the front or direction toward the front of the body?
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Anterior
15
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What is the term for the process by which the body seals a ruptured blood vessel to prevent further blood loss?
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Hemiplegia
16
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Which term describes the study of skin disorders?
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Dermatology
17
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What is dermatitis
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Inflammation of the skin
18
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Which medical professional specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system?
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Gastroenterologist
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Which membrane covers the outside of the body and is also known as the skin?
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Cutaneous membranes
20
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What is tinea capitis?
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A circular rash on the scalp
21
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What does the suffix -itis typically indicate?
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Inflammation
22
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What does the prefix hyper- indicate in a word?
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Excessive or above normal
23
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What is the anatomical position?
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Standing upright which feet shoulder-width apart and palms facing forward
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Which term refers to an abnormal buildup of fluid in the abdomen causing swelling?
Ascites
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A chondrocyte is responsible for maintaining which type of tissue?
Cartilage tissue
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If a structure is closer to the point of attachment or the trunk of the body, it is said to be:
Lateral, Proximal, Superior, or Distal?
Proximal
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Which term describes a position that is farther from the surface of the body?
Deep
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What is osteoporosis characterized by?
Weakened bones due to decreased bone density
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Which term describes abnormal involuntary movements of the extremities, trunk, or jaw?
Dyskinesia
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What does the suffix -cyte mean?
Cell
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What is sarcopenia characterized by?
Loss of muscle mass due to aging?
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What does the prefix seba- mean?
Grease
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What is the term for the enlargement of the muscles?
Hypertrophy
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What is the outer, protective layer of the skin called?
Epidermis
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What does tinea barbae refer to?
A circular rash in the beard area
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If a medical term has the prefix sub-, what does it likely mean?
Under or below
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What does the suffix -algia mean?
Pain
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What does arthroplasty involve?
Joint replacement surgery
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What is the term for acute inflammation of the appendix?
Appendicitis
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A procedure referred to as appendectomy involves?
Surgical removal of the appendix
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Which procedure uses radio waves and a powerful magnet to create detailed images of areas inside the body?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
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What is an abcess?
An enclosed collection of pus in tissues or organs?
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What does the prefix epi- mean?
Upon or above
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What is the purpose of extension in joint movement?
To straighten a joint and increase its angle
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Which term refers to cavities that do not open to the outside?
Coelomic cavities
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What is ankylosis?
Immobility of a joint
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Which term refers to paralysis that affects both legs and the lower part of the body?
Paraplegia
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What is abduction in terms of joint movement?
Moving a limb or hand away from the body or spreading fingers/toes
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What is the term for the state of steady internal conditions maintained by living things?
Homeostasis
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What is the process by which cancer spreads from one part of the body to another?
Metastasis
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Which term refers to the examination of the inside of the stomach using a thin, tube-like instrument?
Gastroscopy
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What does the term myocardium refer to?
Muscular tissue of the heart
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What does the term osteo- mean in medical terminology?
Bone
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If something is described as interdisciplinary, what does it involve?
Multiple disciplines
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What does the term cellulitis refer to?
Inflammation of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
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What term refers to the movement of a limb or hand toward or across the midline of the body?
Adduction
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If a medical term ends with -ology, what does is usually relate to?
Study of or science of
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What is the medical term for inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva; also called pink eye?
Conjuctivitis
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What does the prefix lieno- mean?
Spleen
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What is the medical term for a temporary absence or respiration?
Apnea
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What does the medical term gynecomastia mean?
Enlarged breast tissue in men or boys
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What is the medical term for weakening of the wall of a blood vessel, causing it to thin and balloon out, and possibly even burst, resulting in internal bleeding?
Aneurysm
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What does the medical term hemothorax mean?
Blood in the pleural cavity
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What does the medical term alveolitis mean?
Inflammation of the alveoli
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What is the medical term for abnormally high blood glucose levels?
Hyperglycemia
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What does the medical term tachycardia mean?
Heart rate is greater than 100 beats per minute
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What does the prefix word poly- mean in the medical term polycystic ovary syndrome?
Many
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What is the medical term for inspiration (diaphragm, intercostal muscles), expiration (elastic recoil)?
Pulmonary ventilation
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What does the medical term amblyopia mean?
Loss of vision in one or both eyes "lazy eye"
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What is the medical term for transports urine out of the body?
Micturition
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What does the prefix encephl/o mean?
Brain
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What does the prefix hypo mean in the medical term hypoglycemia?
Extremely low
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What is the medical term for an obstruction such as blood clot or plaque that blocks the flow of blood in an artery or vein?
Embolus
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What is the medical term for an instrument used to view the ear?
Otoscope
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What does the suffix -lexia mean in the medical term dyslexia?
Disorder which affects one's ability to read
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What is the medical term for one of the semilunar valves of the heart?
Pulmonary
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What does glycosuria mean?
Presence of glucose in the urine
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What does the medical term pyelonephritis mean?
Inflammation of the nephrons, renal pelvis, and kidney calices
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What is the medical term for a crenation of an artificial opening into the ureter?
Ureterostomy
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What does the suffix word -ectasis mean in the medical term lymphangiectasis?
Stretching
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What is the medical term for nearsightedness?
Myopia
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What does the suffix -ectomy mean in the medical term iridectomy?
Surgical removal
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What does the medical term renovascular mean?
Blood vessels of the kidneys
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What does the suffix word -phrenia mean in the medical term schizophrenia?
Mind
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What does the prefix hyper- mean in the medical term hyperpituitarism?
Excess
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What is the echocardiogram?
A computer picture of the heart created by bouncing high-energy sound waves (ultrasound) off internal tissues or organs of the chest
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What does the medical term for excess nasal drainage; also called "runny nose"
Rhinorrhea
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What is the medical term for the absence of urine production
Anuria
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What does the medical term nocturia mean?
Frequent urination at night that interrupts sleep
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What does the medical term micturition mean?
Also called urination or voiding
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What is the medical term for a doctor who has special training in diagnosing and treating diseases of the urinary organs in females and urinary and reproductive organs in males?
Urologist
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What does the root word -edema mean in the medical term myxedema?
Swelling
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What does the suffix -emia mean?
Blood condition
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What is the medical term for an emergency procedure consisting of artificial ventilation and external cardiac massage?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
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What does the prefix brady mean?
Slow
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What does the medical term atelectasis mean?
Partially or fully collapsed lung
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What is the medical term for a sense of position and movement of the body?
Proprioception
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What is the medical term that measures lung function through various volumes and capacities?
Spirometry testing
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What is the medical term for double vision
Diplopia
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What is the medical term for a specialist who studies, diagnoses, and treats hearing-related issues?
Audiologist
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What does the medical term laryng/o mean?
Larynx
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What is the medical term that refers to the spinal cord or bone marrow?
Myel/o
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What does the root word angi/o mean?
Vessel
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What does the root word hemat(o) mean?
Blood
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What does the suffix word -privic mean in the medical term thymoprivic?
Absence of
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What does the medical term aphasia mean?
Inability to speak
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What does the suffix -oma mean in the medical term glioma?
Tumor
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What does the medical term epistaxis mean?
Nosebleed
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What does the medical term inhalation mean?
To breathe in
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What is the medical term for formation of stone(s) in the ureter?
Ureterolithiasis
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What does the suffix word -sarcoma mean in the medical term lymphangiosarcoma?
Malignant tumor
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What is the medical term for white blood cells?
Leukocyte
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What is the medical term for sugar in the blood?
Glycemia
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What medical term means enlargement of the thyroid gland?
Thyromegaly
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What does the root word rhin(o) mean?
Nose
