Chapter 1 Study Guide - Concepts of Medical Terminology

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Medical terminology is based on which languages?

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Latin and Greek

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What is the correct spelling of the adjective of pharynx?

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pharyngeal

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What does the prefix erythr/o- mean? (example: erythrocyte)

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red

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The adjective of parasite is ____.

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parasitic

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What is the plural form of 'diagnosis'?

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diagnoses

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What does the prefix 'hyper-' mean?

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excessive or above normal

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-itis'?

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inflammation

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What does the prefix 'hypo-' mean?

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deficient or below normal

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-ectomy'?

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surgical removal

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What does the prefix 'tachy-' mean?

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fast or rapid