Dorsey Medical Terminology 350

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    Dermat-

    Explanation
    The term "dermat-" is a prefix that refers to the skin. Therefore, the correct answer is "skin".

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    Plast-

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    Cerebr-

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    The word "cerebr-" is a prefix that is commonly used to refer to the brain. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "brain".

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    Path-

    Explanation
    The given answer "disease" is a possible explanation for the word "path" because a path can refer to a route or course, and in this context, it could be indicating a pathway or route of a disease within the body. Diseases can follow a specific path or route as they progress or spread throughout the body.

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    -ectomy

    Explanation
    The term "-ectomy" is a suffix commonly used in medical terminology to indicate the surgical removal of a specific body part or tissue. It is derived from the Greek word "ektomē," which means "excision" or "removal." Therefore, the correct answer "surgical removal" accurately describes the meaning of the term "-ectomy."

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    -osis

    Explanation
    The suffix "-osis" is used in medical terminology to indicate a condition or a state. It can be added to the end of a word to describe various conditions or diseases. For example, "neurosis" refers to a mental disorder, "thrombosis" refers to the formation of a blood clot, and "osteoporosis" refers to a condition characterized by weak and brittle bones. Therefore, the correct answer "any condition" accurately describes the meaning of the suffix "-osis".

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    Aden-

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    The given answer "gland" is the correct answer because it is the only word that makes sense when the given letters "aden" and "gland" are put together. The other parts of the question, "aden-" and "-gland", are incomplete and do not provide any meaningful context. Therefore, the only logical answer is "gland".

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    Angi-

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    -oma

    Explanation
    The suffix "-oma" is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a tumor or a mass. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "tumor" as it is a general term used to describe an abnormal growth of cells.

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    Nephr-

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    Hepat-

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    The term "hepat-" is derived from the Greek word for liver, which is "hepar." Therefore, when we see the term "hepat-" in medical terminology, it is referring to the liver. In this case, the correct answer is "liver" because it is the organ associated with the term "hepat-."

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    Blephar-

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    The term "blephar-" refers to the eyelid. The prefix "blephar-" is commonly used in medical terminology to describe conditions or procedures related to the eyelid. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "eyelid."

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    Rhin-

    Explanation
    The given word "rhin-" is a prefix that means "related to the nose." When combined with the word "nose," it forms the complete word "rhinonose," which is not a commonly used term. Therefore, the correct answer is "nose."

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    Gingiv-

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    The term "gingiv-" refers to the gums. The suffix "-um" is used to indicate a singular form, while the suffix "-s" is used to indicate a plural form. Therefore, "gum" represents the singular form of the word, and "gums" represents the plural form.

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    -algia

    Explanation
    The term "-algia" is a suffix that is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate pain. It is derived from the Greek word "algos" which means pain. Therefore, when "-algia" is added to the end of a word, it signifies that the person or patient is experiencing pain in that particular area or condition. For example, "arthralgia" refers to pain in the joints, "neuralgia" refers to pain along the course of a nerve, and "myalgia" refers to muscle pain.

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    Hemi-

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    The prefix "hemi-" means "half" in this context. It is commonly used in scientific and medical terms to indicate that something is divided into two equal parts. Therefore, the correct answer is "half".

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    -oid

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    Hyster-

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    The term "hyster-" is a prefix that refers to the uterus. The word "uterus" is a noun that specifically refers to the female reproductive organ where the fetus develops. Therefore, the correct answer is "uterus" because it directly relates to the term "hyster-" and its meaning.

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    Cyan-

    Explanation
    Cyan is a shade of blue.

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    Hem(at)-

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    The given word "hem(at)-" is a prefix that refers to blood. This is evident from the fact that "hem(at)-" is followed by the word "blood" in the answer. The hyphen after "hem(at)" indicates that it is a prefix, and the word "blood" directly corresponds to the meaning of "hem(at)-". Therefore, the correct answer is "blood".

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    Ost-

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    Lith-

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    The prefix "lith-" refers to "stone." This is evident from the given information that "lith-" means "stone." Therefore, the correct answer is "stone."

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    Ophthalm-opt-

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    The given answer "eye" is correct because the root word "ophthalm-opt-" is derived from the Greek word "ophthalmos" which means "eye". The root "ophthalm-opt-" is commonly used in medical terminology related to the eye, such as ophthalmology (study of the eye) and optometry (vision care). Therefore, "eye" is the most appropriate and logical answer based on the given root word.

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    Proct-

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    Cost-

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    Rhexis-

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    Carcin-

    Explanation
    The term "carcin-" is a prefix derived from the Greek word "karkinos" meaning "crab" and is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to cancer. Therefore, the correct answer is "cancer" as it directly relates to the term "carcin-".

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    Strept-

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    Supra-

    Explanation
    The prefix "supra-" is derived from Latin and means "above" or "over". It is commonly used to indicate something that is located or positioned above or beyond something else. In this context, the word "above" is the correct answer as it accurately represents the meaning of the prefix "supra-".

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    Cephal-

    Explanation
    The term "cephal-" is a prefix that is derived from the Greek word "kephalē" which means "head". Therefore, the correct answer is "head" as it accurately represents the meaning of the prefix "cephal-".

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    Auto-

    Explanation
    The prefix "auto-" means self or automatic. Therefore, the correct answer is "self", as it is a synonym for "auto-" in this context.

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    Hydro-

    Explanation
    The prefix "hydro-" is derived from the Greek word "hydor," which means "water." Therefore, when "hydro-" is used as a prefix in words, it typically indicates a relation to or involvement with water. In this case, the correct answer is "water" because it directly corresponds to the meaning of the prefix "hydro-."

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    Contra-

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    The prefix "contra-" means "against" or "opposite." In this case, it is used to indicate opposition or contrast. The word "against" is a preposition that denotes opposition or resistance to something. The word "counter" can be a noun or a verb, and it means to oppose or respond to something. Therefore, "against counter" means to be in opposition or to counteract something. The word "against" and "counter" both convey the idea of opposing or countering, making them synonymous in this context.

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    Odont-

    Explanation
    The term "odont-" is a root word that refers to "tooth". Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "tooth".

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    Leuk-

    Explanation
    The prefix "leuk-" is derived from the Greek word for "white." This prefix is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to conditions or substances related to white blood cells, which play a crucial role in the body's immune system. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "white."

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    -esthesia

    Explanation
    The term "-esthesia" refers to the perception or awareness of a particular sensation. In this case, the word "sensation" is the correct answer because it directly relates to the meaning of "-esthesia." Sensation refers to the process of detecting and interpreting information from the senses, such as touch, taste, smell, sight, and hearing. Therefore, "sensation" accurately represents the concept conveyed by the term "-esthesia."

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    Erythro-

    Explanation
    The prefix "erythro-" is derived from the Greek word "erythros," which means red. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "red."

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    Melan-

    Explanation
    The root word "melan-" refers to the color black. Therefore, the correct answer is black.

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    -centesis

    Explanation
    The term "-centesis" is a suffix that is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a procedure of puncturing or tapping a body cavity or organ. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "puncture," as it best matches the meaning and usage of the suffix "-centesis."

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    Cec-

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    -pexy

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    Onych-

    Explanation
    The term "onych-" refers to the nail, and "-claw" refers to a claw. Therefore, the correct answer "nail claw" means a claw that resembles a nail or a nail that resembles a claw. Additionally, "nail" and "claw" are synonyms and can be used interchangeably in this context.

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    Anti-

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    Aur-

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    The given word "ear" is a valid word that can be formed using the letters "aur".

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    Acoust(i)-

    Explanation
    The term "acoust(i)-" is derived from the Greek word "akoustos" which means "heard" or "audible". It is used as a prefix in medical terminology to refer to anything related to hearing. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "hearing" as it directly corresponds to the meaning of the prefix "acoust(i)-".

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    Phon-

    Explanation
    The prefix "phon-" refers to voice or sound. Therefore, all the options given in the question are correct as they all relate to voice or sound.

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    Encephal-

    Explanation
    The term "encephal-" is a prefix that refers to the brain. Therefore, the correct answer is "brain".

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    Cilia

    Explanation
    Cilia are small, hair-like structures found in various parts of the body, including the respiratory tract and the fallopian tubes. They are responsible for moving mucus and other substances along the surface of the cells. On the other hand, an eyelash is a hair that grows at the edge of the eyelid, serving as a protective barrier for the eye. Given that cilia are not typically associated with the eyelids, the correct answer is "eyelash".

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