Exam 1: Introduction to Medical Terminology

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

The term ____________________ describes an inflammation of the stomach and small intestine.

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

The study of the ears, nose, and throat is known as _________________________.

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

Commonly known as polio, ____________________ is a viral infection of the gray matter of the spinal cord.

The term ____________________ means within the muscle.

Abnormal enlargement of the liver is known as ____________________.

Match each definition with the correct term. -gastrosis

A/An ____________________ is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the skin.

Match each definition with the correct term. -endarterial

Which word part means abnormal softening?

The rupture of a muscle is known as ____________________.

​Match each definition with the correct term. -laceration

Match each definition with the correct term. -diarrhea

​Match each definition with the correct term. -pathology

____ is any condition of unusual deposits of black pigment in body tissues or organs

The term ____________________ is used to describe any acute, inflammatory, pus-forming bacterial skin infection, such as impetigo.

The ____________________ are the bones of the fingers and toes.

The abnormal narrowing of an artery or arteries is known as _____.