Introduction to Medical Terminology

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What does the prefix 'brady-' mean?

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It means slower than normal.

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What does hemiplegia refer to?

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It means paralyzed on one side.

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In the term 'hematoma', what does 'hem' mean?

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It means blood.

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What is the meaning of the term 'hematoma'?

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It is a complex term meaning tumor filled with blood.

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What type of word is 'bacter'?

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It is a root word that is not a body part.

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What does the suffix '-oma' indicate in medical terminology?

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It indicates a tumor.

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What does the prefix 'tachy-' mean?

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It means faster than normal.

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What does the term 'cardiology' refer to?

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It is the study of the heart.

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What does the prefix 'hyper-' signify?

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It signifies excessive or above normal.

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What does the term 'nephrology' refer to?

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It is the study of the kidneys.