Exam 1: Introduction to Medical Terminology

Divide and label the medical word macroscopic and give the meaning.

The suffix for suture is ________.

When giving the meaning of the word,you usually begin with the:

The suffix -ic means :

Afferent means to carry impulses away from a center.

Write the correct abbreviation for diagnosis:

The medical record is a written transcript of information about a patient and his or her health care.Explain the importance of protecting this information.

A syllable placed at the end of a word is called a:

A kilogram is equal to :

The combining form onc/o means :

Write the correct abbreviation for dermatology:

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act was passed in:

The prefix in heterogeneous means :

The meaning of the abbreviation ENT is ________.

Inflammation of a joint is called ________.

In the term neopathy,the suffix -pathy means :

The prefix ad- means :

The study of the cause of disease is called:

Explain how the phonetically spelled pronunciation guide aids you to pronounce medical words or phrases correctly.

The branch of medicine concerned with prevention,control,and treatment of obesity is ________.