Prefix/Root/Suffix Med Terms Quiz

What does "cardio" refer to?

• Heart

• Lungs

• Brain

• Liver

What does the term "anatomy" mean?

• The structure of the body

• A type of plant

• A musical instrument

• A mathematical concept

What does "physiology" study?

• How the body functions

• The structure of the body

• The history of medicine

• The chemical composition of cells

What does the prefix "neuro-" refer to?

• Nerves

• Bones

• Muscles

• Skin

What does "pathology" mean?

• The study of diseases

• The study of plants

• The study of stars

• The study of languages

What does the suffix "-itis" indicate?

• Inflammation

• Growth

• Reduction

• Healing

What does "hypo-" mean?

• Under or below normal

• Above or over normal

• Equal or same

• Opposite or contrary

What does the term "diagnosis" mean?

• Identifying a disease

• Prescribing medication

• Performing surgery

• Conducting a physical exam

What does "therapeutic" refer to?

• Treatment

• Diagnosis

• Prevention

• Research

What does "radiology" study?

• The study of plants

• The study of radiation and imaging

• The study of ancient civilizations

• The study of human behavior