The Language of Medicine Ch 1

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What is a suffix?

Back

A suffix is a word ending that modifies the meaning of the root word.

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What is hemoglobin?

Back

Hemoglobin is a protein in the blood that carries oxygen.

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What prefixes mean 'not' or 'without'?

Back

The prefixes 'a-' and 'an-' mean 'not' or 'without'.

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What does dermatitis refer to?

Back

Dermatitis refers to inflammation of the skin.

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What does adenitis mean?

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Adenitis means inflammation of the glands.

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What is a root word?

Back

A root word is the base part of a word that carries its primary meaning.

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What is a prefix?

Back

A prefix is a word part added to the beginning of a root word to modify its meaning.

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What does the term 'neuro' refer to?

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The term 'neuro' refers to nerves or the nervous system.

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What does 'derm' refer to?

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The term 'derm' refers to skin.

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What is the meaning of 'inflammation'?

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Inflammation is the body's response to injury or infection, characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain.