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Medical Terminology and Word Element Recognition Quiz

#1

Which of the following word elements means 'heart'?

Cardio-
Explanation

Relating to the heart.

#2

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

Below
Explanation

Signifying 'below' or 'under.'

#3

What is the purpose of the term 'PRN' in medical prescriptions?

As needed
Explanation

Used to indicate 'as needed.'

#4

The term 'arthroscopy' is related to which part of the body?

Joint
Explanation

Procedure involving examination of joints.

#5

Which term describes the surgical repair of a joint?

Arthroplasty
Explanation

Surgical repair of a joint.

#6

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

Below
Explanation

Denotes 'below' or 'under.'

#7

Which term refers to the surgical removal of the appendix?

Appendectomy
Explanation

Surgical removal of the appendix.

#8

The word 'cyanosis' is derived from which color?

Blue
Explanation

Refers to a bluish discoloration of the skin.

#9

Which term describes the inflammation of the liver?

Hepatitis
Explanation

Inflammation of the liver.

#10

What is the medical term for the condition of having high blood pressure?

Hypertension
Explanation

Condition of elevated blood pressure.

#11

What is the meaning of the suffix '-ectomy' in medical terminology?

Surgical removal
Explanation

Refers to surgical removal.

#12

In the term 'neurology,' what does the root 'neur-' refer to?

Nerve
Explanation

Relating to nerves.

#13

What is the meaning of the suffix '-itis' in medical terminology?

Inflammation
Explanation

Denotes inflammation.

#14

In the term 'gastroenterology,' what does the root 'gastro-' refer to?

Stomach
Explanation

Relating to the stomach.

#15

Which of the following prefixes means 'beyond' or 'excessive'?

Hyper-
Explanation

Indicating 'beyond' or 'excessive.'

#16

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

Many
Explanation

Signifying 'many' or 'much.'

#17

Which term refers to a condition characterized by a lack of appetite?

Anorexia
Explanation

Condition marked by loss of appetite.

#18

What does the suffix '-algia' mean in medical terminology?

Pain
Explanation

Indicates pain.

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