AAMA Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which combining form refers to the kidney?
- hepat/o
- nephr/o (Correct answer)
- gastr/o
- cardi/o
Correct answer: nephr/o
Nephr/o is the combining form derived from Greek meaning kidney, used in terms like nephrology and nephritis.
Question 2: The suffix '-ectomy' means:
- incision into
- surgical removal (Correct answer)
- visual examination
- suturing
Correct answer: surgical removal
The suffix -ectomy means surgical excision or removal, as in appendectomy (removal of the appendix).
Question 3: Which layer of the skin contains sweat glands, hair follicles, and blood vessels?
- Epidermis
- Hypodermis
- Dermis (Correct answer)
- Stratum corneum
Correct answer: Dermis
The dermis is the middle layer of skin that houses sweat glands, hair follicles, sebaceous glands, and blood vessels.
Question 4: A patient is diagnosed with bradycardia. This means the patient has:
- A rapid heart rate
- An irregular heart rhythm
- A slow heart rate (Correct answer)
- High blood pressure
Correct answer: A slow heart rate
Brady- means slow, and -cardia refers to heart condition, so bradycardia means an abnormally slow heart rate (below 60 bpm).
Question 5: The medical term for the collarbone is:
- Scapula
- Clavicle (Correct answer)
- Sternum
- Humerus
Correct answer: Clavicle
The clavicle is the collarbone, a horizontal bone connecting the sternum to the scapula.
Question 6: Which organ system is responsible for gas exchange between the blood and the environment?
- Cardiovascular system
- Digestive system
- Respiratory system (Correct answer)
- Lymphatic system
Correct answer: Respiratory system
The respiratory system, including the lungs and airways, is responsible for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
Question 7: The prefix 'poly-' means:
- Few
- Many or much (Correct answer)
- Below normal
- Around
Correct answer: Many or much
The prefix poly- means many or much, as seen in polydipsia (excessive thirst) and polyuria (excessive urination).
AAMA Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology 2
Which combining form refers to the kidney?