Review Questions – Chapters 5-9 & 40

Front

Which part of a medical term usually changes the meaning of the root?

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Prefix

Answer explanation

The prefix of a medical term typically alters the meaning of the root. It is added to the beginning of the root word to modify its definition, while the suffix usually indicates a condition or procedure related to the root.

Front

The prefix peri- means:

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Around

Answer explanation

The prefix peri- means 'around' in Greek. It is used in various terms like 'perimeter' (the distance around a shape) and 'pericardium' (the membrane around the heart), making 'around' the correct choice.

Front

The prefix intra- means:

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Within

Answer explanation

The prefix 'intra-' means 'within' or 'inside'. It is used in words like 'intravenous' (within a vein), indicating something that occurs inside a particular area or structure. Thus, the correct answer is 'Within'.

Front

When analyzing a medical term, what do you identify first?

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Suffix

Answer explanation

When analyzing a medical term, identifying the suffix first is crucial as it often indicates the condition or procedure related to the term, providing essential context for understanding the overall meaning.

Front

The suffix -algia means:

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Pain

Answer explanation

The suffix -algia is derived from Greek, meaning 'pain.' It is commonly used in medical terminology to describe various types of pain, such as in 'neuralgia' (nerve pain). Therefore, the correct answer is 'Pain.'

Front

Which suffix means 'discharge or flow'? Options: -rhea, -pathy, -stomy, -dynia

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-rhea

Answer explanation

The suffix '-rhea' means 'discharge or flow', commonly used in medical terms to describe fluid discharge. The other options do not relate to discharge: '-pathy' refers to disease, '-stomy' to creating an opening, and '-dynia' to pain.

Front

Which suffix refers to breathing? Options: -pnea, -itis, -osis, -plasty

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-pnea

Answer explanation

The suffix '-pnea' specifically refers to breathing. In contrast, '-itis' indicates inflammation, '-osis' denotes a condition or disease, and '-plasty' refers to surgical repair. Therefore, '-pnea' is the correct choice.

Front

Which suffix means disease?

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-pathy

Answer explanation

The suffix '-pathy' means disease, as seen in terms like 'neuropathy' (nerve disease). The other options refer to inflammation ('-itis'), tumors ('-oma'), and pain ('-algia'). Thus, '-pathy' is the correct choice.

Front

The combining form gastr/o refers to:

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Stomach

Answer explanation

The combining form gastr/o specifically refers to the stomach. This is a common prefix in medical terminology related to gastric functions and conditions.

Front

The study of body function is called:

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Physiology

Answer explanation

The study of body function is known as physiology. It focuses on how organs and systems work together to maintain life, distinguishing it from anatomy, which is the study of body structure.