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Medical Language for Modern Health Care

David M. Allan

Chapter 1

The Anatomy of Medical Terms: The Foundation of Medical Language - all with Video Answers

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Chapter Questions

Problem 1

The root/combining form is the core meaning of the word. Choose the correct definition for the root/combining form for each term.?(LO 1.2)

The term hypogastric relates to under or below the
a. chest.
b. skin.
c. stomach.
d. lungs.

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Problem 1

Case report questions. Read Case Report 1.4. You should feel more comfortable with the medical terminology now and will be able to answer the questions that follow.?(LO 1.4)

What type of skin problem has Mrs. Bishop had since she was a teenager?

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Problem 1

Use the words to complete each sentence below. Fill in the blanks.
bladder breech cardiologist ileum ilium kidney lymph malleolus trapezium ureter urethra
A __________is a specialist in the care of the heart.

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01:27

Problem 1

Spelling is most important in medical terminology. For example, ilium and ileum may be similar in appearance and sound, but the difference of one letter makes each a different body part. Select the correct spelling for the following terms.?(LO 1.4, 1.5)

The ????????? of the small intestine was infected.
a.?ileum b.?ilium c.?illium

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Problem 1

1. This term means one who studies the skin.
a. dermatologist
b. urologist
c. neurologist

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Problem 1

Match the definition in the first column with the correct term it is describing in the second column.
Term Meaning
A. surgical repair
B. visual examination
C. surgical fixation

scopy

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00:22

Problem 1

Choose $\mathrm{T}$ if the statement is true. Choose $\mathrm{F}$ if the statement is false.
A term never has more than one root.

AG
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Problem 1

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ pneum

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Problem 2

Match the definition in the first column with the correct term it is describing in the second column.
Term Meaning
A. surgical repair
B. visual examination
C. surgical fixation

desis

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02:50

Problem 2

Choose $\mathrm{T}$ if the statement is true. Choose $\mathrm{F}$ if the statement is false.
Some terms will have no combining vowel.

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02:03

Problem 2

This term relates to the intestines and the stomach.
a. gastroenterology
b. cardiology
c. dermatology

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Problem 2

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ hemat

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Problem 2

Use the words to complete each sentence below. Fill in the blanks.
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The_____________is a tube from the kidney to the bladder

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01:27

Problem 2

Spelling is most important in medical terminology. For example, ilium and ileum may be similar in appearance and sound, but the difference of one letter makes each a different body part. Select the correct spelling for the following terms.?(LO 1.4, 1.5)

The ????????? system keeps you breathing.
a.?respieratory b.?respiratory c.?resspiratory

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Problem 2

Case report questions. Read Case Report 1.4. You should feel more comfortable with the medical terminology now and will be able to answer the questions that follow.?(LO 1.4)

Which term in the case study means pertaining to the stomach and small intestines?

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Problem 2

The root/combining form is the core meaning of the word. Choose the correct definition for the root/combining form for each term.?(LO 1.2)

The term neuralgia means pain in a
a. nerve.
b. joint.
c. heart.
d. cell.

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Problem 3

Match the definition in the first column with the correct term it is describing in the second column.
Term Meaning
A. surgical repair
B. visual examination
C. surgical fixation

plasty

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Problem 3

Use the words to complete each sentence below. Fill in the blanks.
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Urology is the study of diseases of the___________________-and_____________???.

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00:14

Problem 3

Case report questions. Read Case Report 1.4. You should feel more comfortable with the medical terminology now and will be able to answer the questions that follow.?(LO 1.4)

Her knee injury required what type of procedure?

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Problem 3

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ lymph

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01:27

Problem 3

Spelling is most important in medical terminology. For example, ilium and ileum may be similar in appearance and sound, but the difference of one letter makes each a different body part. Select the correct spelling for the following terms.?(LO 1.4, 1.5)

Inflammation of the heart is ?????????.
a.?carditus b.?carditis c.?cardiitis

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00:29

Problem 3

This term relates to the process of breathing.
a. apex
b. toxic
c. respiratory

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01:25

Problem 3

Choose $\mathrm{T}$ if the statement is true. Choose $\mathrm{F}$ if the statement is false.
A combining vowel changes the meaning of the word.

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Problem 3

The root/combining form is the core meaning of the word. Choose the correct definition for the root/combining form for each term.?(LO 1.2)

The term subdermal means pertaining to below the
a. chest.
b. skin.
c. stomach.
d. lungs.

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Problem 4

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ thorax

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Problem 4

This term relates to the stomach.
a. gastritis
b. gynecology
c. dermatitis

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02:50

Problem 4

Choose $\mathrm{T}$ if the statement is true. Choose $\mathrm{F}$ if the statement is false.
A vowel must always be present in a combining form.

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Problem 4

Case report questions. Read Case Report 1.4. You should feel more comfortable with the medical terminology now and will be able to answer the questions that follow.?(LO 1.4)

Does she have any issues with her lungs or heart? (yes or no)

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Problem 4

The root/combining form is the core meaning of the word. Choose the correct definition for the root/combining form for each term.?(LO 1.2)

The term cardiac means pertaining to the
a. lungs.
b. joints.
c. kidneys.
d. heart.

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Problem 4

Use the words to complete each sentence below. Fill in the blanks.
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A segment of the small intestine is the _______

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01:35

Problem 4

The surgeon wants a closer look inside Mr. Parker’s knee so he is scheduled for an ????????? tomorrow morning.

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01:27

Problem 4

Spelling is most important in medical terminology. For example, ilium and ileum may be similar in appearance and sound, but the difference of one letter makes each a different body part. Select the correct spelling for the following terms.?(LO 1.4, 1.5)

A muscle in the back is the ?????????.
a.?trapeze b.?trapezium c.?trapezius

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01:27

Problem 5

Spelling is most important in medical terminology. For example, ilium and ileum may be similar in appearance and sound, but the difference of one letter makes each a different body part. Select the correct spelling for the following terms.?(LO 1.4, 1.5)

A bony protuberance in your ankle is the _____.
a.?maleus b.?malius c.?malleolus

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Problem 5

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ arthr

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Problem 5

The root/combining form is the core meaning of the word. Choose the correct definition for the root/combining form for each term.?(LO 1.2)

The term arthritis means inflammation of the
a. lungs.
b. joints.
c. kidneys.
d. heart.

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05:57

Problem 5

Mary Collins has torn her knee ligaments playing high school basketball. Her treatment plan includes scheduling an ????????? to reattach them. (fixation)

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Problem 5

Use the words to complete each sentence below. Fill in the blanks.
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_________means the buttocks, not the head, present first at delivery.

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Problem 5

Case report questions. Read Case Report 1.4. You should feel more comfortable with the medical terminology now and will be able to answer the questions that follow.?(LO 1.4)

Do her symptoms indicate a possible problem with her ileum? (yes or no)

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04:13

Problem 5

This term relates to a joint.
a. urethritis
b. arthritis
c. neuralgia

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Problem 6

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ respir

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Problem 6

The root/combining form is the core meaning of the word. Choose the correct definition for the root/combining form for each term.?(LO 1.2)

The term erythrocyte means cell that is
a. large.
b. round.
c. red.
d. swollen.

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Problem 6

Use the words to complete each sentence below. Fill in the blanks.
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_________is the tube from the bladder to the outside.

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05:57

Problem 6

June Larkin had a bad skiing accident while on vacation. Her tendons and ligaments in her knee will require extensive surgery to get her walking again without crutches. She needs an ?????????. (repair)

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Problem 7

Use the words to complete each sentence below. Fill in the blanks.
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_________is a fluid collected from body tissues.

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Problem 7

The root/combining form is the core meaning of the word. Choose the correct definition for the root/combining form for each term.?(LO 1.2)

The term bronchitis means inflammation of a
a. kidney.
b. eye.
c. bronchus.
d. joint.

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Problem 7

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ mucus

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Problem 8

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ patent

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Problem 8

The root/combining form is the core meaning of the word. Choose the correct definition for the root/combining form for each term.?(LO 1.2)

The term hematology means the study of
a. blood.
b. skin.
c. the heart.
d. the mind.

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Problem 8

Use the words to complete each sentence below. Fill in the blanks.
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A bone in the wrist is the _________

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Problem 9

Use the words to complete each sentence below. Fill in the blanks.
bladder breech cardiologist ileum ilium kidney lymph malleolus trapezium ureter urethra
The bony protuberance at the ankle is the _________

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Problem 9

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ toxin

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Problem 10

Use the words to complete each sentence below. Fill in the blanks.
bladder breech cardiologist ileum ilium kidney lymph malleolus trapezium ureter urethra
The _________ is a bone in the pelvis.

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Problem 10

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ apex

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Problem 11

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ dermat

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Problem 12

Match the Greek/Latin elements in the first column with their meanings in the second column.
a. to breathe
b. open
c. clear, sticky secretion
d. tip or summit
e. buttocks
f. chest
g. skin
h. joint
i. blood
j. air, lung
k. clear spring water
l. poison
________ breech

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