Medical Terminology and Definitions

What does the prefix "tachy" mean ?

• Slow

• Fast

• Normal

• Irregular

The suffix "emia" refers to a condition of:

• a condition of the heart
• a condition of the lungs
• a condition of the skin
• a condition of the blood

What does "dyspna" mean?

• A medication for asthma
• A type of lung disease
• A symptom of a cold
• difficulty in breathing

The term "cyanosis" refers to:

• a bluish discoloration of the skin due to lack of oxygen in the blood
• a greenish discoloration of the skin from bruising
• a red rash caused by an allergic reaction
• a yellowish tint of the skin due to excess bilirubin

What system of the body does "cardio-" relate to?

• Endocrine system
• Nervous system
• Cardiovascular system
• Digestive system

"Hemoptysis" refers to:

• Coughing up blood
• Coughing up phlegm
• Coughing without blood
• Coughing up mucus

What does "bilateral" mean?

• Referring to a single side only.
• Involving two or both sides

• A term used for unilateral agreements.
• Involving multiple sides.

The prefix "brady" means:

• average
• slow
• fast
• normal

What organ system does "hepato" refer to?

• Liver (Hepatic system)
• Lungs (Pulmonary system)
• Heart (Cardiac system)
• Kidney (Renal system)

"Syncope" is the medical term for:

• seizure
• fainting
• nausea
• dizziness