Medical Terminology Bellringer 9/15-9/18

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What does the prefix "hypo-" indicate in the condition hypothyroidism?

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Below normal

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In the term "cardiology," what does the root word "cardi-" refer to?

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Heart

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A patient presents with tachycardia. What does this condition indicate?

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Rapid heart rate

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The suffix "-itis" in bronchitis indicates:

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Inflammation

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What does the prefix "dys-" suggest?

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Difficult or painful

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In "ophthalmology," what body part is being studied?

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Eyes

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The suffix "-ectomy" in appendectomy means:

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Surgical removal

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Bilateral

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Both sides

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In "dermatitis," what does the root "dermat-" refer to?

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Skin

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What does "hyper-" indicate in medical terms?

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Above normal