HOSA- Medical Terminology Test

Front

What does the medical term 'Anterior' mean?

Back

To the front.

Front

What does the Sagittal plane do?

Back

Divides the body into right and left halves.

Front

Which prefix means 'fast'?

Back

Tachy.

Front

What is the term for inflammation of fatty plaque?

Back

Atheritis.

Front

What does the suffix '-otomy' refer to?

Back

Surgical incision, process of cutting into.

Front

What does 'Supine' mean in medical terminology?

Back

Lying on the back.

Front

What does 'Lateral' refer to in anatomy?

Back

To the side.

Front

What does 'Inferior' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Below or lower in position.

Front

What does the prefix 'Hyper' indicate?

Back

Excessive or above normal.

Front

What does the prefix 'Hypo' indicate?

Back

Deficient or below normal.