Medical Terminology Quiz_ Skeletal Word Parts

What does the prefix "a-, an-" mean?

• with

• against

• not; without

• above

What is the meaning of the combining form "arthr/o"?

• Bone

• Joint

• Skull

• Spine

Which suffix means "pain"?

• -algia

• -ectomy

• -itis

• -plasty

What does the prefix "ambi-" mean?

• against

• both sides

• within

• change

What is the meaning of the suffix "-ectomy"?

• Surgical repair

• Surgical removal, excision

• Abnormal condition

• Process of cutting

What does the combining form "myel/o" refer to?

• Bone

• Bone marrow; spinal cord

• Skull

• Ankle

Which prefix means "above"?

• sub-

• supra-

• peri-

• intra-

What is the meaning of the suffix "-scopy"?

• Instrument used to view

• Visual examination using a scope

• Process of cutting

• Abnormal condition

What does the combining form "oste/o" mean?

• Bone

• Foot

• Ankle

• Wrist

Which suffix means "deficiency"?

• -osis

• -penia

• -malacia

• -oid