Cardiovascular System Terminology Flashcard

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What does the medical abbreviation "BP" stand for in relation to the Cardiovascular System?

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Blood Pressure

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Which prefix means "around" in medical terminology?

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Peri-

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Identify the word root in the term "cardiomegaly."

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Cardio

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What does the suffix "-itis" indicate in medical terms?

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Inflammation

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Disease associated with the Cardiovascular System: Asthma, Hypertension, Diabetes, Osteoporosis

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Hypertension

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What is the purpose of an electrocardiogram (ECG)?

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To assess heart rhythm and electrical activity

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How does the prefix "brady-" modify the term "cardia"?

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It indicates a slow heart rate.

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How does the word root "angio" relate to the Cardiovascular System?

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It refers to blood vessels.

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Role of the suffix "-ectomy" in "endarterectomy"

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It indicates a surgical removal.

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What is the significance of the medical abbreviation "MI" in the context of cardiovascular health?

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Myocardial Infarction