Medical Termonology For Allied Health Students

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Medical Termonology For Allied Health Students - Quiz


i am in an allied health class in NC


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  • 1. 

    Albin means

    • A.

      Red

    • B.

      Blue

    • C.

      White

    • D.

      Yellow

    Correct Answer
    C. White
    Explanation
    Albin is a name of Latin origin that means "white". It is commonly used as a given name for boys and girls. The name Albin is derived from the Latin word "albus" which means "white" or "bright". This name is often associated with purity, innocence, and light. Therefore, the correct answer is white.

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  • 2. 

    Aden means

    • A.

      Joint

    • B.

      Blood vessle

    • C.

      Artery

    • D.

      Gland

    Correct Answer
    D. Gland
  • 3. 

    Angio means

    • A.

      Blood vessle

    • B.

      Eyelid

    • C.

      Without

    • D.

      Arm

    Correct Answer
    A. Blood vessle
    Explanation
    The term "angio" is derived from the Greek word "angeion," which means "vessel" or "container." In medical terminology, "angio" is commonly used to refer to blood vessels. Therefore, the correct answer is "blood vessel."

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  • 4. 

    Artero means

    • A.

      Joint

    • B.

      Cheek

    • C.

      Arm

    • D.

      Artery

    Correct Answer
    D. Artery
    Explanation
    Artero is a term that is not commonly used in English. However, it is similar to the word "artery" in both sound and spelling. An artery is a blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood away from the heart to various parts of the body. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that "artery" is the correct answer for the meaning of "artero" in this context.

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  • 5. 

    Belepharo means

    • A.

      Eye lash

    • B.

      Eye lid

    • C.

      Pupil

    • D.

      Cornea

    Correct Answer
    B. Eye lid
    Explanation
    Belepharo is a term derived from Greek, where "belos" means eyelid and "pharo" means to bear or carry. Therefore, belepharo refers to the eyelid, which is the movable cover that protects and covers the eye. It plays a vital role in keeping the eye moist, distributing tears, and protecting the eye from foreign objects or excessive light.

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  • 6. 

    Bucca means

    • A.

      Cheek

    • B.

      Bladder

    • C.

      Cancer

    • D.

      Tumor

    Correct Answer
    A. Cheek
    Explanation
    The word "bucca" refers to the cheek.

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  • 7. 

    Oma means

    Correct Answer
    tumor
    Explanation
    Oma is a medical term derived from the Greek word "oma" which means "tumor." In medical terminology, "oma" is used to refer to a mass or swelling in the body, often associated with abnormal cell growth. Therefore, in this context, the correct answer for the meaning of "oma" is "tumor."

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  • 8. 

    Carcin means

    Correct Answer
    cancer
    Explanation
    The term "carcin" is derived from the Greek word "karkinos," which means "crab." In ancient times, tumors were often described as crab-like due to their shape and appearance. Over time, this term evolved to refer specifically to cancerous growths. Therefore, "carcin" is a root word that is commonly used to denote cancer.

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  • 9. 

    Cardio means

    Correct Answer
    heart
    Explanation
    The term "cardio" is derived from the Greek word "kardia," which means "heart." In medical terminology, "cardio" is commonly used to refer to anything related to the heart or cardiovascular system. This includes conditions, treatments, exercises, and tests that focus on the heart's health and function. Therefore, the correct answer for the given question is "heart."

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  • 10. 

    Cephal means

    Correct Answer
    head
    Explanation
    The term "cephal" is derived from the Greek word "kephalē," which means "head." Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "head."

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  • 11. 

    Cervic means

    Correct Answer
    neck
    Explanation
    The term "cervic" refers to the neck. This is a common medical term used to describe the anatomical region between the head and the torso. The neck plays a crucial role in supporting the head and allowing for movement. It contains important structures such as the cervical spine, blood vessels, and nerves. Therefore, "neck" is the correct explanation for the term "cervic".

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  • 12. 

    Cheil means

    Correct Answer
    lip
    Explanation
    The word "cheil" means "lip".

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  • 13. 

    Cyan

    Correct Answer
    blue
  • 14. 

    Cyte

    Correct Answer
    cell
    Explanation
    The term "cyte" is a suffix that is commonly used in biology to denote a cell. Therefore, the correct answer is "cell".

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  • 15. 

    Vit means

    Correct Answer
    life
    Explanation
    The word "vit" is derived from the Latin word "vita" which means "life".

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  • 16. 

    Hepat means

    Correct Answer
    liver
    Explanation
    The term "hepat" refers to the liver. The word "hepat" is derived from the Greek word "hepar," which specifically means liver. Therefore, when someone uses the term "hepat," they are referring to the organ in the body responsible for detoxification, metabolism, and various other essential functions.

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  • 17. 

    Odont or dent means

    Correct Answer
    tooth
    Explanation
    The word "odont" or "dent" refers to the term "tooth".

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  • 18. 

    Gengival means

    Correct Answer
    gum
    Explanation
    The term "gengival" refers to the anatomical structure known as the gum. The gum is the soft tissue that surrounds and supports the teeth, covering the jawbone. Therefore, "gengival" is another word for "gum".

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  • 19. 

    Derma means

    Correct Answer
    skin
    Explanation
    The term "derma" is derived from the Greek word "derma" which means "skin". It is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to the skin or the outer layer of the body. The suffix "-derma" is also used to describe various skin conditions or diseases. Therefore, "skin" is the correct answer as it accurately represents the meaning of the term "derma".

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  • 20. 

    The prefix "a" means

    Correct Answer
    without
    Explanation
    The prefix "a" in this context means "without." It is commonly used to negate or indicate the absence of something. For example, "amoral" means without morals, "asymmetrical" means without symmetry, and "atheist" means without belief in a god.

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  • 21. 

    The suffix "itis" means

    Correct Answer
    inflamiation
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "inflammation." The suffix "itis" is commonly used in medical terminology to denote inflammation. It is added to the end of a word to indicate that a particular body part or organ is inflamed. Examples include tonsillitis (inflammation of the tonsils) and arthritis (inflammation of the joints).

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  • 22. 

    Rhin means

    Correct Answer
    nose
    Explanation
    The word "Rhin" is derived from the Greek word "rhinos" which means "nose". Therefore, the correct answer is "nose".

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  • 23. 

    Lueko means

    Correct Answer
    white
    Explanation
    The word "lueko" is derived from the Greek word "leukos," which means "white." Therefore, the correct answer is "white."

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  • 24. 

    Plum means

    Correct Answer
    lung
  • 25. 

    The prefix "peri" means

    Correct Answer
    around
    Explanation
    The prefix "peri-" is derived from the Greek word meaning "around." It is commonly used in English to indicate something that is located around or surrounding a particular object or area. For example, "perimeter" refers to the boundary or outer edge of a shape, and "periscope" is a device that allows one to see around obstacles. Therefore, the correct answer is "around."

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  • 26. 

    The prefix "ante" means

    Correct Answer
    before
    Explanation
    The prefix "ante" means "before".

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  • 27. 

    Orch means

    Correct Answer
    testis
  • 28. 

    Soma means

    Correct Answer
    body
    Explanation
    The word "soma" means "body". This suggests that the term "soma" refers to the physical structure of an organism, including its organs, tissues, and cells. It is commonly used in medical and biological contexts to describe the physical aspects of living beings.

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  • 29. 

    Oophor means

    Correct Answer
    ovary
    Explanation
    The term "oophor" refers to the ovary. The word is derived from the Greek word "oophoron," which means ovary. In medical terminology, "oophor" is used to describe anything related to or associated with the ovary. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "ovary."

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  • 30. 

    Procto means

    Correct Answer
    rectum
    Explanation
    The term "procto" is a medical prefix that refers to the rectum. The rectum is the final section of the large intestine, connecting the colon to the anus. Therefore, "procto" is commonly used to describe medical conditions or procedures related to the rectum.

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