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Medical Terminology and Word Surgery Quiz

#1

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

New
Explanation

Indicates 'new' or 'recent'.

#2

What does the suffix '-itis' indicate in medical terminology?

Inflammation
Explanation

Indicates inflammation of a specific part of the body.

#3

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

Below
Explanation

Indicates 'below' or 'less than normal'.

#4

What is the medical term for the inflammation of the liver?

Hepatitis
Explanation

Inflammation of the liver.

#5

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

Removal
Explanation

Indicates 'removal' or 'excision' of a specified part.

#6

Which term refers to the surgical removal of the appendix?

Appendectomy
Explanation

Surgical removal of the appendix.

#7

Which term refers to the process of listening to sounds within the body using a stethoscope?

Auscultation
Explanation

Listening to internal sounds using a stethoscope.

#8

Which term is used to describe the surgical repair of a joint?

Arthroplasty
Explanation

Surgical repair of a joint.

#9

Which medical term refers to the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the lungs?

Pulmonary edema
Explanation

Accumulation of fluid in the lungs.

#10

What is the medical term for the loss of the ability to speak?

Aphasia
Explanation

Loss of ability to speak.

#11

What is the medical term for the condition of having an abnormal fear of heights?

Acrophobia
Explanation

Abnormal fear of heights.

#12

Which term refers to the surgical removal of a breast?

Mastectomy
Explanation

Surgical removal of a breast.

#13

What is the medical term for the abnormal enlargement of the heart?

Cardiomegaly
Explanation

Abnormal enlargement of the heart.

#14

What is the medical term for the surgical repair of a nerve?

Neurorrhaphy
Explanation

Surgical repair of a nerve.

#15

What is the medical term for the inflammation of the lining of the stomach?

Gastritis
Explanation

Inflammation of the lining of the stomach.

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