#1
What is the term for inflammation of the nasal passages?
Rhinitis
ExplanationInflammation of the nasal passages.
#2
Which combining form refers to the voice box?
Laryng/o
ExplanationCombining form for the voice box.
#3
What is the function of the respiratory system?
To transport oxygen to cells
ExplanationFunction of the respiratory system is to transport oxygen to cells.
#4
What is the term for the process of breathing out air from the lungs?
Exhalation
ExplanationProcess of breathing out air from the lungs.
#5
Which combining form refers to the windpipe?
Trache/o
ExplanationCombining form for the windpipe.
#6
What does the prefix 'dys-' indicate in medical terms related to the respiratory system?
Difficult or painful
ExplanationPrefix 'dys-' indicates difficulty or pain.
#7
Which term describes the surgical removal of a lung?
Pneumonectomy
ExplanationSurgical removal of a lung.
#8
What does the prefix 'peri-' mean in terms related to the respiratory system?
Around
ExplanationPrefix 'peri-' means around.
#9
Which term refers to the medical condition of collapsed lung?
Atelectasis
ExplanationMedical condition of collapsed lung.
#10
What does the prefix 'hyper-' indicate in medical terms related to the respiratory system?
Above or excessive
ExplanationPrefix 'hyper-' indicates above or excessive.
#11
What is the meaning of the combining form 'pneumon/o'?
Lung
ExplanationCombining form for the lung.
#12
What is the meaning of the combining form 'phren/o'?
Diaphragm
ExplanationCombining form for the diaphragm.
#13
Which term refers to the inflammation of the pleura?
Pleurisy
ExplanationInflammation of the pleura.
#14
What is the meaning of the combining form 'pulmon/o'?
Lung
ExplanationCombining form for the lung.
#15
Which term refers to the presence of air or gas in the pleural cavity?
Pneumothorax
ExplanationPresence of air or gas in the pleural cavity.