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