Dean Vaughn 5 & 6

Which of the following best describes the meaning of the prefix "oto-"?

• Relating to the eye

• Relating to the ear

• Relating to the nose

• Relating to the mouth

If a patient is diagnosed with "oncology," which type of medical issue are they most likely dealing with?

• Heart disease

• Cancer

• Bone fracture

• Skin infection

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

The root "or-" is most closely associated with which part of the body?

• Ear

• Mouth

• Eye

• Nose

Which of the following terms would most likely refer to something located "under" another structure?

• Subcutaneous

• Otology

• Thoracic

• Phlebitis

The term "viscero-" is used in medical terminology to refer to:

• The bones

• The internal organs

• The skin

• The muscles

A "thoracotomy" is a surgical procedure involving which area of the body?

• Abdomen

• Chest

• Leg

• Arm

If a doctor mentions "myelopathy," which structure is most likely affected?

• Spinal cord

• Liver

• Kidney

• Heart

The prefix "buck-" is most closely associated with which of the following meanings?

• Cheek

• Back

• Mouth

• Ear

Which of the following best describes the function of the "aur-" root in medical terms?

• Relating to the nose

• Relating to the ear

• Relating to the eye

• Relating to the mouth

A patient is having trouble producing sound. Which root word would most likely be used in a term describing their condition?

• Phon-

• Ren-

• Histo-

• Tympan-