Exam 1: Introduction to Medical Terminology

Match each definition with the correct word part. -dys-

The rupture of a muscle is known as ____________________.

Match each definition with the correct term. -laceration

Match each definition with the correct word part. --ostomy

A/An ____________________,such as laser,is a word formed from the initial letter or letters of the major parts of a compound term.

The term ____________________ means pertaining to birth.

Match each definition with the correct term. -acute

A/An ____________________ is the surgical removal of the appendix.

A/An ____________________ is the surgical creation of an artificial opening between the colon and the body surface.

The medical term meaning an inflammation of a nerve or nerves is ____________________.

Match each definition with the correct word part. --otomy

The term ____________________ means pertaining to a virus.

Match each definition with the correct term. -hypotension

Match each definition with the correct word part. -hypo-

Match each definition with the correct term. -remission

Match each definition with the correct term. -symptom

The term ____________________ means between,but not within,the parts of a tissue.

The abnormal hardening of the walls of an artery or arteries is known as ____________________.

Match each definition with the correct word part. --rrhea

The term ____________________ describes a pounding or racing heart.