Medical Terminology - Chapter 5 Assessment in Action

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What is the abbreviation for hypertension?

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HTN

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What is a potential danger of using abbreviations in medical terminology?

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They have different meanings in different contexts.

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What is the prefix for low blood pressure?

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hypo

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What does the prefix 'hyper-' indicate in medical terms?

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It indicates an excess or above normal.

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-itis'?

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It refers to inflammation.

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What does the term 'bradycardia' mean?

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It refers to a slower than normal heart rate.

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What is the abbreviation for 'blood pressure'?

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BP

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What does the prefix 'tachy-' signify in medical terminology?

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It signifies a fast or rapid condition.

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What is the meaning of the term 'diagnosis'?

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It is the identification of a disease or condition.

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What does the suffix '-ectomy' mean?

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It refers to the surgical removal of a part of the body.