Introduction to Medical Terminology Quiz

Explore essential medical terms with 15 quiz questions covering anatomy, procedures, and ethics. How well do you know medical language?

#1

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

A substance that promotes sleep
A substance that kills or inhibits the growth of bacteria
A procedure to visualize internal organs
A type of surgical instrument
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#2

Which body system does the term 'cardiovascular' primarily relate to?

Respiratory system
Nervous system
Circulatory system
Digestive system
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#3

Which blood type is known as the universal donor?

A
B
AB
O
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#4

Which part of the digestive system is responsible for absorbing nutrients into the bloodstream?

Stomach
Small intestine
Large intestine
Esophagus
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#5

Which organ produces insulin in the human body?

Liver
Pancreas
Kidney
Spleen
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#6

What is the medical term for inflammation of the liver?

Hepatitis
Arthritis
Pneumonia
Dermatitis
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#7

What does the term 'hyperglycemia' mean in medical language?

Low blood pressure
High blood sugar
Excessive sweating
Reduced oxygen levels
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#8

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

Visual examination of the joints using a scope
Treatment of skin disorders
Diagnostic imaging of the heart
Study of cellular structure
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#9

In the context of medical ethics, what does 'HIPAA' stand for?

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Human Immunodeficiency Virus Prevention Act
Hospital Investigation and Patient Assessment Act
Healthcare Information Processing and Authorization Act
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#10

What is the medical term for the condition commonly known as a heart attack?

Myocardial infarction
Cardiac arrest
Angina pectoris
Atrial fibrillation
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#11

Which medical imaging technique uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize internal structures?

CT scan
MRI
Ultrasound
X-ray
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#12

Which term is used to describe the surgical removal of the appendix?

Appendectomy
Cholecystectomy
Hysterectomy
Laminectomy
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#13

What does the term 'otitis media' indicate in medical language?

Inflammation of the middle ear
Infection of the nose
Visual impairment
Skin disorder
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#14

What is the medical term for the loss of memory, often associated with aging?

Amnesia
Dementia
Alzheimer's disease
Concussion
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#15

Which gland in the human body is often referred to as the 'master gland' due to its regulatory role?

Thyroid gland
Pituitary gland
Adrenal gland
Pancreas
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