Word Building For Medical Terminology

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1.

Disease + Gland
- A.
  
  Adrenaline
- B.
  
  Adrenopathy
- C.
  
  Neurology
Correct Answer
B. Adrenopathy

Explanation
Adrenopathy refers to any disease or disorder affecting the adrenal glands. The term "adreno" refers to the adrenal glands, and "pathy" indicates a disease or disorder. Therefore, adrenopathy is the correct term to describe a disease related to the adrenal glands.

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2.

Stomach pain
- A.
  
  Gastralgia
- B.
  
  Gastropathy
- C.
  
  Gastrostomy
Correct Answer
A. Gastralgia

Explanation
Gastralgia is the correct answer because it specifically refers to stomach pain. The term "gastralgia" is derived from the Greek words "gastro" meaning stomach and "algos" meaning pain. It is a medical term used to describe the condition of experiencing pain or discomfort in the stomach. Gastropathy refers to any disease or disorder of the stomach, while gastrostomy is a surgical procedure involving the creation of an opening in the stomach for feeding or drainage purposes.

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3.

Gynecology is the study of females
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Gynecology is a medical specialty that focuses on the health of the female reproductive system, including the diagnosis and treatment of various conditions and diseases. It involves the study of female anatomy, physiology, and reproductive health. Therefore, it is accurate to say that gynecology is the study of females.

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4.

Nephrectomy is the surgical removal of the kidney
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement is true because nephrectomy is indeed the surgical procedure performed to remove a kidney. This procedure may be necessary due to various reasons such as kidney disease, kidney cancer, or organ donation. During a nephrectomy, the entire kidney or a portion of it is removed, depending on the specific condition and the extent of the problem. It is a major surgical procedure that requires careful planning and consideration of the patient's overall health and well-being.

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5.

Inflammation of the skin + dermatitis?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Inflammation of the skin, also known as dermatitis, is a true statement. Dermatitis refers to the inflammation of the skin caused by various factors such as allergies, irritants, or infections. Therefore, the statement "inflammation of the skin + dermatitis" is true.

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6.

Inflammation of the nose
- A.
  
  Rhinitis
- B.
  
  Rhinoplasty
- C.
  
  Rhinopexy
Correct Answer
A. Rhinitis

Explanation
Rhinitis refers to the inflammation of the nose, which can be caused by various factors such as allergies, infections, or irritants. This condition is characterized by symptoms like a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, and nasal congestion. Rhinoplasty, on the other hand, is a surgical procedure to reshape or reconstruct the nose, while rhinopexy is a term that is not commonly used in medical practice. Therefore, the correct answer for inflammation of the nose is rhinitis.

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7.

Adreno + -ectomy
- A.
  
  Andrenitis
- B.
  
  Andrenopexy
- C.
  
  Adrenalectomy
Correct Answer
C. Adrenalectomy

Explanation
The given word parts "adreno" and "-ectomy" can be combined to form the word "adrenalectomy". "Adreno" refers to the adrenal glands, and "-ectomy" means surgical removal. Therefore, "adrenalectomy" refers to the surgical removal of the adrenal glands.

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8.

Cutting into the stomach- gastro + -otomy
- A.
  
  Gastrostomy
- B.
  
  Gastroplasty
- C.
  
  Gastrinitis
Correct Answer
A. Gastrostomy

Explanation
The word "gastro" refers to the stomach, and "-otomy" means cutting into. Therefore, "gastrostomy" is the correct answer because it means the surgical creation of an opening into the stomach. "Gastroplasty" refers to a surgical procedure to reshape the stomach, and "gastritis" refers to inflammation of the stomach lining.

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Nephro + -orrhapy
- A.
  
  Not sure
- B.
  
  Not sure
- C.
  
  Not sure
Correct Answer(s)
A. Not sure
B. Not sure
C. Not sure
10.

Nephro + -ectomy
- A.
  
  Nephrectomy
- B.
  
  Nephrepexy
- C.
  
  Nephritis
Correct Answer
A. Nephrectomy

Explanation
The word "nephro" refers to the kidney, and "-ectomy" is a suffix meaning surgical removal. Therefore, "nephrectomy" is the correct answer as it means the surgical removal of a kidney. The other options, "nephrepexy" and "nephritis," do not accurately describe the surgical removal of a kidney.

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Dermato + plasty
- A.
  
  Dermititis
- B.
  
  Dermatoplasty
- C.
  
  Dermatopexy
Correct Answer
B. Dermatoplasty

Explanation
The word "dermatoplasty" is derived from "dermato" which means skin and "plasty" which means surgical repair or reconstruction. Dermatoplasty refers to a surgical procedure that involves the reconstruction or repair of the skin. Therefore, among the given options, "dermatoplasty" is the correct term that matches the meaning of the word parts "dermato" and "plasty".

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12.

Rhino+plasty
- A.
  
  Rhinoplasty
- B.
  
  Rhinitis
- C.
  
  Rhinosaur
Correct Answer
A. Rhinoplasty

Explanation
The correct answer is "rhinoplasty" because it is the only word that makes sense in the context of the given options. "Rhinoplasty" refers to a surgical procedure to reshape or reconstruct the nose, which is related to the term "rhino" meaning nose. The other options, "rhinitis" and "rhinosaur," do not relate to surgical procedures on the nose. Therefore, "rhinoplasty" is the most appropriate answer.

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Word Building For Medical Terminology

Disease + Gland

Stomach pain

Gynecology is the study of females

Nephrectomy is the surgical removal of the kidney

Inflammation of the skin + dermatitis?

Inflammation of the nose

Adreno + -ectomy

Cutting into the stomach- gastro + -otomy

Nephro + -orrhapy

Nephro + -ectomy

Dermato + plasty

Rhino+plasty