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Basics of Medical Terminology and Diacritics Quiz

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What does the term 'abdominal' refer to in medical terminology?

Relating to the abdomen

Explanation

Refers to anything related to the abdomen.

What does the prefix 'hypo-' mean in medical terminology?

Below

Explanation

The prefix 'hypo-' in medical terms means below.

What does the term 'hyperglycemia' indicate in medical terminology?

High blood sugar

Explanation

'Hyperglycemia' in medical terminology indicates high blood sugar.

What is the medical term for the surgical removal of the gallbladder?

Cholecystectomy

Explanation

'Cholecystectomy' is the medical term for the surgical removal of the gallbladder.

What is the purpose of an 'oximeter' in medical settings?

To monitor oxygen saturation in the blood

Explanation

An oximeter is used in medical settings to monitor oxygen saturation in the blood.

Which diacritic mark is used to indicate a long vowel sound in medical terms?

Circumflex (^)

Explanation

The circumflex (^) indicates a long vowel sound in medical terms.

In the medical term 'gastroenteritis', what does the root word 'gastro' refer to?

Stomach

Explanation

The root word 'gastro' in 'gastroenteritis' refers to the stomach.

In the term 'cardiologist,' what does the suffix '-ologist' indicate?

Specialist in

Explanation

The suffix '-ologist' in 'cardiologist' indicates a specialist in.

What is the medical term for inflammation of the joints?

Arthritis

Explanation

Arthritis is the medical term for inflammation of the joints.

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In the medical term 'dermatitis,' what does the root word 'derm' refer to?

Skin

Explanation

The root word 'derm' in 'dermatitis' refers to the skin.

#11

What is the purpose of an 'endoscope' in medical procedures?

To examine the interior of a body cavity or organ

Explanation

An endoscope is used in medical procedures to examine the interior of a body cavity or organ.

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What is the purpose of a 'nebulizer' in medical settings?

To deliver medication in mist form to the lungs

Explanation

A nebulizer is used to deliver medication in mist form directly to the lungs.

#13

Which diacritic mark is used to indicate the absence of a sound or vowel in a medical term?

Hyphen (-)

Explanation

The hyphen (-) indicates the absence of a sound or vowel in a medical term.

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What does the term 'hemorrhage' refer to in medical terminology?

Bleeding or blood loss

Explanation

In medical terminology, 'hemorrhage' refers to bleeding or blood loss.

#15

Which diacritic mark is used to indicate a secondary stress in a medical term?

Breve (˘)

Explanation

The breve (˘) is used to indicate a secondary stress in a medical term.

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What does the prefix 'poly-' mean in medical terminology?

Many

Explanation

The prefix 'poly-' in medical terminology means many.

#17

Which diacritic mark is used to indicate a nasalized sound in a medical term?

Caron (ˇ)

Explanation

The caron (ˇ) is used to indicate a nasalized sound in a medical term.

Basics of Medical Terminology and Diacritics Quiz

What does the term 'abdominal' refer to in medical terminology?

What does the prefix 'hypo-' mean in medical terminology?

What does the term 'hyperglycemia' indicate in medical terminology?

What is the medical term for the surgical removal of the gallbladder?

What is the purpose of an 'oximeter' in medical settings?

Which diacritic mark is used to indicate a long vowel sound in medical terms?

In the medical term 'gastroenteritis', what does the root word 'gastro' refer to?

In the term 'cardiologist,' what does the suffix '-ologist' indicate?

What is the medical term for inflammation of the joints?

In the medical term 'dermatitis,' what does the root word 'derm' refer to?

What is the purpose of an 'endoscope' in medical procedures?

What is the purpose of a 'nebulizer' in medical settings?

Which diacritic mark is used to indicate the absence of a sound or vowel in a medical term?

What does the term 'hemorrhage' refer to in medical terminology?

Which diacritic mark is used to indicate a secondary stress in a medical term?

What does the prefix 'poly-' mean in medical terminology?

Which diacritic mark is used to indicate a nasalized sound in a medical term?

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