Medical Terminology | Lesson 9 | Eyes and Eye Conditions (Ophthalmology)

This video tutorial covers medical terminology related to the ophthalmologic system, focusing on prefixes and suffixes that describe eye anatomy and conditions. It explains terms like ophthalmologic, myopia, hyperopia, and presbyopia, and delves into specific parts of the eye such as the conjunctiva, sclera, iris, and retina. The tutorial also includes practice problems to reinforce understanding of terms like pseudophakia, blepharitis, and vitrectomy.

What does the prefix 'ophthalmol' refer to?

• The study of the brain

• The study of the eyes

• The study of the skin

• The study of the heart

In the context of the ophthalmologic system, what does the prefix 'my' indicate?

• Farsightedness

• Lens

• Short sightedness

• Muscle

What does the prefix 'conjunctive' refer to?

• The sclera

• The cornea

• The conjunctiva

• The retina

Which prefix is associated with the vitreous humor?

• Corn

• Vitri

• Retin

• Ache

What does the term 'pseudophakia' describe?

• A condition of the retina

• A condition of the sclera

• A condition of having a false lens

• A condition of the cornea

What does the suffix 'itis' signify in medical terms?

• Inflammation

• Condition

• Surgical removal

• Lens

What is the meaning of the prefix 'retin'?

• Retina

• Cornea

• Aqueous humor

• Lens