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Medical Terminology Quizs

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Pediculosis is an infestation with lice.

a)

Pediculosis refers to an infestation with lice.

b)

Pediculosis is a type of skin disease.

c)

Pediculosis is caused by bacteria.

d)

Pediculosis is a viral infection.

2.

Metamucil is used to treat constipation.

a)

Metamucil is a medication for treating constipation.

b)

Metamucil is a type of dietary supplement.

c)

Metamucil is used to increase appetite.

d)

Metamucil is a pain reliever.

3.

Sphygm/o

a)

The combining form 'sphygm/o' means heart.

b)

The combining form 'sphygm/o' means blood pressure.

c)

The combining form 'sphygm/o' means pulse.

d)

The combining form 'sphygm/o' means respiration.

4.

Morbid

a)

A state of being cheerful and lively.

b)

Referring to a pathological condition.

c)

A term used for healthy living.

d)

Describing a state of happiness.

5.

Tinea is a fungal infection commonly called ringworm.

a)

A fungal infection caused by bacteria.

b)

A viral infection commonly known as shingles.

c)

A fungal infection also known as ringworm.

d)

A bacterial infection that affects the skin.

6.

Proctorrhaphy is the suture of the rectum.

a)

Proctorrhaphy involves suturing the rectum.

b)

Proctorrhaphy is a type of rectal examination.

c)

Proctorrhaphy refers to the removal of the rectum.

d)

Proctorrhaphy is a procedure for rectal dilation.

7.

Upper GI tract endoscopy is used to diagnose structural esophagus abnormalities.

a)

Upper GI tract endoscopy helps diagnose structural abnormalities in the esophagus.

b)

Upper GI tract endoscopy is primarily used for stomach ulcers.

c)

Upper GI tract endoscopy is a procedure for removing gallstones.

d)

Upper GI tract endoscopy is used to treat respiratory issues.

8.

Sputum culture

a)

A lab test to identify organisms in the lower respiratory tract.

b)

A procedure to measure lung capacity.

c)

A test to check for blood in the urine.

d)

A method to analyze heart rhythms.

9.

Capillary

a)

A large blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood away from the heart.

b)

A tiny blood vessel where nutrient and oxygen exchange occurs.

c)

A type of white blood cell involved in immune response.

d)

A structure in the kidney that filters blood.

10.

Internal respiration is the exchange of O2 and CO2 in body cells.

a)

Internal respiration refers to the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide within body cells.

b)

Internal respiration occurs only in the lungs.

c)

Internal respiration is the process of breathing in and out.

d)

Internal respiration involves the transport of oxygen in the blood.

11.

Lunula

a)

The lunula is the growth area of the nail.

b)

The lunula is the part of the nail that is white and visible.

c)

The lunula is the area where the nail meets the skin.

d)

The lunula is responsible for nail color.

12.

Anosmia

a)

Loss of the sense of smell, often associated with sinus swelling.

b)

A condition characterized by excessive sweating.

c)

A disorder involving the loss of taste.

d)

An inflammation of the nasal passages.

13.

Retroperitoneal

a)

A term used to describe organs located within the peritoneum.

b)

A term used to describe organs located behind the peritoneum.

c)

A term used to describe organs that are suspended in the peritoneal cavity.

d)

A term used to describe organs that are outside the abdominal cavity.

14.

Pressure ulcers are also called bedsores.

a)

Pressure ulcers are commonly referred to as bedsores.

b)

Pressure ulcers are a type of skin rash.

c)

Pressure ulcers are caused by excessive hydration.

d)

Pressure ulcers are only found in elderly patients.

15.

Infra-

a)

Above or over.

b)

Below or under.

c)

Between or among.

d)

Near or close.

16.

Pleural cavity contains a small amount of lubricating fluid.

a)

The pleural cavity holds a small amount of lubricating fluid.

b)

The pleural cavity is filled with air.

c)

The pleural cavity contains blood.

d)

The pleural cavity is empty.

17.

Visceroptosis is the downward displacement of internal organs.

a)

A condition where internal organs are displaced upward.

b)

A term used for the normal position of internal organs.

c)

The downward displacement of internal organs.

d)

A surgical procedure to correct organ placement.

18.

Inflammation

a)

A defense mechanism against injury, infection, or allergy.

b)

A type of chronic disease.

c)

A method of healing broken bones.

d)

A psychological response to stress.

19.

Anastomosis

a)

A surgical procedure to remove a tumor

b)

The surgical joining of two ducts or blood vessels

c)

A type of blood test

d)

A method for diagnosing infections

20.

Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy is a noninvasive shock-wave breakup of biliary stones.

a)

Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy is a surgical procedure to remove biliary stones.

b)

Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy uses shock waves to break up biliary stones noninvasively.

c)

Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy is a method that requires hospitalization for biliary stone treatment.

d)

Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy involves the use of lasers to dissolve biliary stones.