Module A Introduction To Healthcare Quiz 1

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    Dermat-

    • Intestines
    • Stomach
    • Skin
    • Fat
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MODULE A Introduction to Healthcare Quiz 1 assesses foundational knowledge of medical terminology, focusing on terms related to anatomy and medical procedures. It is essential for learners entering healthcare fields, enhancing understanding of basic medical concepts.

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  • 2. 

    Cardi-

    • Lungs

    • Heart

    • Vessel

    • Blood

    Correct Answer
    A. Heart
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Heart" because the prefix "cardi-" refers to the heart. The other options, such as lungs, vessel, and blood, are not related to the prefix "cardi-".

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  • 3. 

    Rhin-

    • Nose

    • Tooth

    • Tongue

    • Ring

    Correct Answer
    A. Nose
    Explanation
    The word "rhin-" is a prefix that is derived from the Greek word "rhinos" which means "nose". Therefore, the correct answer is "nose" as it is the body part associated with the prefix "rhin-".

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  • 4. 

    -ology

    • Study of

    • Stomach

    • Specialist in the study of

    • Surgical repair

    Correct Answer
    A. Study of
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Study of". The term "-ology" is a suffix commonly used in medical terminology to indicate the study or science of a particular subject. In this context, "-ology" refers to the study of a specific field or subject.

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  • 5. 

    Gastr-

    • Surgical repair

    • Heart

    • Stomach

    • Intestines

    Correct Answer
    A. Stomach
    Explanation
    The term "gastr-" is derived from the Greek word "gaster" which means stomach. Therefore, in the given options, the correct answer is "Stomach" as it directly relates to the term "gastr-". Surgical repair and heart are not related to the term "gastr-", while intestines are related to the digestive system but not specifically to the stomach.

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  • 6. 

    Spasm

    • Inflammation

    • Intestines

    • Anus

    • Involuntary contraction

    Correct Answer
    A. Involuntary contraction
  • 7. 

    -itis

    • Condition

    • Inflammation

    • Pain

    • Study of

    Correct Answer
    A. Inflammation
    Explanation
    The suffix "-itis" is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate inflammation. Therefore, the correct answer is "Inflammation." The other options, such as "Condition," "Pain," and "Study of," do not accurately describe the meaning of "-itis" in this context.

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  • 8. 

    Gingiv-

    • Lip

    • Gland

    • Ginger

    • Gum

    Correct Answer
    A. Gum
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Gum" because "gingiv-" is a prefix that refers to the gums or gingiva. The other options, such as "lip," "gland," and "ginger," do not relate to the term "gingiv-" and are therefore incorrect.

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  • 9. 

    Hepat-

    • Liver

    • Kidney

    • Spleen

    • Lungs

    Correct Answer
    A. Liver
    Explanation
    The prefix "hepat-" is derived from the Greek word "hepar," which means liver. Therefore, the correct answer is liver.

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  • 10. 

    -oma

    • Tumor

    • Two

    • Inflammation

    • Cancer

    Correct Answer
    A. Tumor
    Explanation
    The suffix "-oma" is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a tumor or mass. Therefore, the correct answer is "Tumor."

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  • 11. 

    -ologist

    • Study of

    • Stomach

    • Heart

    • Specialist in the study of

    Correct Answer
    A. Specialist in the study of
    Explanation
    The term "-ologist" is commonly used to refer to a specialist or expert in a particular field of study. In this case, the correct answer is "Specialist in the study of" because it fits the pattern of "-ologist" being used to indicate a person who specializes in a specific area of study. The given options of "Stomach" and "Heart" are examples of areas of study that could have corresponding "-ologist" specialists, such as gastroenterologist or cardiologist.

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  • 12. 

    Path-

    • Daisies

    • Tumor

    • Condition

    • Disease

    Correct Answer
    A. Disease
    Explanation
    The given path shows a progression from Daisies to Tumor, then to Condition, and finally to Disease. This suggests that Disease is the final and most severe stage in this progression. Each subsequent term in the path represents a worsening or more serious state, leading to the conclusion that Disease is the correct answer.

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  • 13. 

    Nephr-

    • Spleen

    • Knee

    • Kidney

    • Liver

    Correct Answer
    A. Kidney
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Kidney. The word "nephr-" is a combining form that refers to the kidney. The other options, spleen, knee, and liver, do not relate to the given word. Therefore, the most appropriate answer is kidney.

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  • 14. 

    Arthr-

    • Bone

    • Joint

    • Tendon

    • Muscle

    Correct Answer
    A. Joint
    Explanation
    The term "arthr-" is a prefix that refers to joints. It is derived from the Greek word "arthron" which means joint. Therefore, the correct answer is Joint.

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  • 15. 

    Megal-

    • Soft

    • Tongue

    • Mygal

    • Enlarged

    Correct Answer
    A. Enlarged
  • 16. 

    Cerebr-

    • Skull

    • Head

    • Brain

    • Neck

    Correct Answer
    A. Brain
    Explanation
    The word "cerebr-" is a root that refers to the brain. The other options - skull, head, and neck - are not directly related to the term "cerebr-". The correct answer, therefore, is brain.

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  • 17. 

    Enter-

    • Intestines

    • Stomach

    • Mouth

    • Lip

    Correct Answer
    A. Intestines
    Explanation
    The intestines are responsible for the digestion and absorption of nutrients from food. They are located after the stomach in the digestive system. The stomach breaks down food into smaller particles, and then the intestines further break down these particles and absorb the nutrients into the bloodstream. The mouth and lips are involved in the initial stages of digestion, where food is chewed and mixed with saliva, but the main site of nutrient absorption is the intestines.

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  • 18. 

    Aden-

    • Lungs

    • Gland

    • Loins

    • Hormone

    Correct Answer
    A. Gland
    Explanation
    Gland is the correct answer because it is the only term in the given options that is directly related to the other terms. Lungs, loins, and hormone are all related to glands in some way. Lungs are a type of gland that help in the process of respiration, loins contain glands that produce hormones, and hormone is a substance secreted by glands that regulate various bodily functions. Therefore, gland is the most appropriate answer in this context.

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  • 19. 

    Plast-

    • Surgical repair

    • Surgical removal

    • Cut into, incision into

    • Condition

    Correct Answer
    A. Surgical repair
    Explanation
    The prefix "plast-" is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate surgical repair. It is derived from the Greek word "plastos" which means molded or formed. Therefore, when "plast-" is used in a medical context, it usually refers to a surgical procedure that involves reconstructing or repairing a specific part of the body. This could involve reshaping or rebuilding tissues, organs, or other structures that have been damaged or affected by disease or injury.

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  • 20. 

    -ectomy

    • Surgical repair

    • Surgical removal

    • Cut into, incision into

    • Study of

    Correct Answer
    A. Surgical removal
    Explanation
    The term "-ectomy" refers to a surgical procedure in which a part of the body is removed. This suffix is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate the removal of a specific organ or tissue. Therefore, the correct answer "Surgical removal" accurately describes the meaning of "-ectomy" as it denotes the act of surgically taking out a particular body part.

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  • 21. 

    Blephar-

    • Eyelid

    • Tear

    • Eyelash

    • Iris

    Correct Answer
    A. Eyelid
    Explanation
    The term "blephar-" is a combining form that refers to the eyelid. It is derived from the Greek word "blepharon," which means eyelid. Therefore, the correct answer is "Eyelid."

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  • 22. 

    -otomy

    • Surgical removal

    • Surgical repair

    • Cut into, incision into

    • Surgery

    Correct Answer
    A. Cut into, incision into
    Explanation
    The term "-otomy" refers to a surgical procedure that involves cutting into or making an incision into a specific part of the body. It does not refer to surgical removal or repair, but rather the act of making a deliberate cut or incision for medical purposes. Therefore, the correct answer is "Cut into, incision into."

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  • 23. 

    -osis

    • Tumor

    • Condition

    • Disease

    • Cancer

    Correct Answer
    A. Condition
    Explanation
    The suffix "-osis" is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a condition or a state. In this context, "tumor," "disease," and "cancer" are all conditions that can be described using the suffix "-osis." Therefore, the correct answer is "Condition."

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  • 24. 

    Angi-

    • Hair

    • Vein

    • Vessel

    • Blood

    Correct Answer
    A. Vessel
    Explanation
    The term "angi-" is a prefix that refers to blood vessels. Therefore, the correct answer is "vessel" because it is directly related to the prefix and represents a type of blood vessel.

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  • 25. 

    -malacia

    • Soft

    • Hard

    • Show

    • Disease

    Correct Answer
    A. Soft
    Explanation
    Malacia refers to the abnormal softening of a tissue or organ. It is commonly used to describe conditions where there is a loss of structural integrity, resulting in a soft and weakened state. Therefore, the correct answer is "Soft" as it directly relates to the concept of malacia.

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