Lesson 1 Medical Terms

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1. Dermat-

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The term "dermat-" is a prefix that is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to the skin. It is derived from the Greek word "derma" which means skin. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is "skin" because "dermat-" is directly related to the study or description of the skin.

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This quiz in Lesson 1 Medical Terms covers fundamental medical terminologies such as '-ectomy' for surgical removal and 'path-' for disease, essential for healthcare education.

2. Cardi-

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The term "cardi-" is a prefix that refers to the heart. Therefore, the correct answer is "heart" as it directly corresponds to the given term.

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3. Arthr-

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4. Rhin-

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The word "rhin-" is a prefix that is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to the nose. This is evident in words like rhinoplasty (surgery to reshape the nose) and rhinitis (inflammation of the nose). Therefore, the correct answer is "nose" because "rhin-" is associated with the nose rather than horn or anus.

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5. Aden-

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The term "aden-" is a prefix commonly used to refer to glands. Therefore, it can be inferred that the word "aden-" in the question is referring to a gland. The other options, such as eyelid, sack, and vessel, do not align with the meaning of "aden-." Hence, the correct answer is gland.

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6. Hepat-

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The word "hepat-" is derived from the Greek word "hepar" which means liver. Therefore, "hepat-" is related to the liver. The other options, kidney, intestines, and stomach, are not related to the term "hepat-". Hence, the correct answer is liver.

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7. Gastr-

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The term "gastr-" refers to the stomach. The other options mentioned, such as flatulence, intestines, and bad smell, are not directly related to the term "gastr-." Therefore, the correct answer is stomach.

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8. -ectomy

Explanation

The suffix "-ectomy" is 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," meaning "cutting out." Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "surgical removal," as it accurately reflects the meaning of the term "-ectomy."

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9. Nephr-

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The term "nephr-" is a prefix that is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to the kidney. Therefore, the correct answer is kidney.

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10. Cerebr-

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The term "cerebr-" is a prefix that refers to the brain. The answer "brain" is correct because it directly corresponds to the meaning of the prefix. The prefix "cerebr-" is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate something related to or involving the brain. Therefore, "brain" is the appropriate answer in this context.

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11. Megal-

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The word "megal-" is a prefix that means "large" or "great." When combined with the suffix "-ed," it forms the word "enlarged," which means to make something bigger or increase its size. Therefore, "enlarged" is the correct answer as it aligns with the meaning of the given prefix and suffix.

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12. -oma

Explanation

The suffix "-oma" is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a tumor or mass. Therefore, "tumor" is the correct answer as it directly corresponds to the given suffix.

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13. Blephar-

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The term "blephar-" refers to the eyelid. It is derived from the Greek word "blepharon" which means eyelid. The other options, such as shoulder, kidney, and blemish, do not relate to the term "blephar-" and are unrelated to the context of the question. Therefore, the correct answer is eyelid.

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14. Path-

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15. Angi-

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The given word "angi-" is a prefix that refers to blood vessels. The word "pain" does not provide any relevant information. "Sack" is unrelated to the topic. The word "vessel" is the correct answer as it directly relates to the topic of blood vessels. The word "gland" is unrelated to blood vessels as it refers to a different anatomical structure. Therefore, the correct answer is "vessel".

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16. -otomy

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The suffix "-otomy" refers to a surgical procedure involving cutting into a specific body part or organ. It is used to create an opening or incision for various purposes, such as removing a tumor, draining fluid, or accessing a specific area for treatment. Therefore, the correct answer "to cut into" accurately describes the meaning of the suffix "-otomy" in medical terminology.

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17. Gingiv-

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The term "gingiv-" is a prefix that refers to the gums. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "gums".

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18. -malacia

Explanation

The word "malacia" refers to a medical condition characterized by softening of tissues. In this context, "soft" is the correct answer as it directly relates to the meaning of "malacia." The other options, such as "pain," "to fall," and "pandemic," do not have any direct connection to the term "malacia." Therefore, "soft" is the most appropriate choice.

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19. -ology

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The word "ology" is a suffix that is commonly used in English to indicate the study or science of a particular subject. Therefore, when we see the word "ology" in a word, it suggests that it is referring to the study of something. In this case, the correct answer is "the study of" because it accurately reflects the meaning and usage of the suffix "ology".

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20. Plast-

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The term "plastic repair" refers to the act of fixing or repairing plastic materials. This could involve various techniques and methods used to mend or restore damaged plastic objects, such as using adhesive, welding, or reshaping. The term "plastic" in this context refers to the material itself, while "repair" indicates the action of fixing or restoring it. Therefore, "plastic repair" is the most appropriate and accurate description among the given options.

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21. Spasm

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The term "spasm" refers to a sudden and involuntary contraction of a muscle or group of muscles. This contraction is typically brief and can cause pain, stiffness, or a temporary loss of control over the affected muscle. Therefore, the given answer "involuntary contraction" accurately describes the meaning of the term "spasm".

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22. Enter-

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The correct answer is "intestines." The word "intestines" refers to the long, tube-like organs in the digestive system that help in the process of digestion and absorption of nutrients. This answer is likely related to the context of the question, which seems to be asking for a word that is associated with the inside of the stomach and specifically involves cutting into something.

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23. -osis

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The suffix "-osis" is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a condition or a state. It is derived from the Greek word "osis" which means "any condition." Therefore, when "-osis" is added as a suffix to a word, it signifies the presence of a particular condition or abnormality.

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24. -ologist

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The term "-ologist" is used to refer to a person who specializes in the study of a particular field or subject. It is commonly added as a suffix to various words to indicate a professional or expert in that specific area. For example, a biologist is a specialist in the study of living organisms, a psychologist is a specialist in the study of the human mind and behavior, and so on. Therefore, "-ologist" denotes someone who has in-depth knowledge and expertise in a specific field of study.

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Dermat-
Cardi-
Arthr-
Rhin-
Aden-
Hepat-
Gastr-
-ectomy
Nephr-
Cerebr-
Megal-
-oma
Blephar-
Path-
Angi-
-otomy
Gingiv-
-malacia
-ology
Plast-
Spasm
Enter-
-osis
-ologist
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