CPC Medical Terminology & Anatomy 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does the prefix 'brady-' mean in medical terminology?
- Fast
- Slow (Correct answer)
- Large
- Small
Correct answer: Slow
The prefix 'brady-' means slow, as in bradycardia (slow heart rate).
Question 2: Which anatomical term describes the front surface of the body?
- Posterior
- Lateral
- Anterior (Correct answer)
- Medial
Correct answer: Anterior
Anterior refers to the front surface of the body, while posterior refers to the back.
Question 3: The suffix '-ectomy' indicates which type of surgical procedure?
- Incision into
- Surgical removal (Correct answer)
- Visual examination
- Repair of
Correct answer: Surgical removal
The suffix '-ectomy' means surgical removal, as in appendectomy (removal of the appendix).
Question 4: What does the medical term 'dyspnea' mean?
- Painful urination
- Difficulty swallowing
- Difficulty breathing (Correct answer)
- Abnormal heartbeat
Correct answer: Difficulty breathing
Dyspnea means difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.
Question 5: Which body cavity contains the heart and lungs?
- Abdominal cavity
- Pelvic cavity
- Thoracic cavity (Correct answer)
- Cranial cavity
Correct answer: Thoracic cavity
The thoracic (chest) cavity contains the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels.
Question 6: The combining form 'hepat/o' refers to which organ?
- Kidney
- Heart
- Liver (Correct answer)
- Stomach
Correct answer: Liver
Hepat/o is the combining form for the liver, as seen in hepatitis (inflammation of the liver).
CPC Medical Terminology & Anatomy 1
What does the prefix 'brady-' mean in medical terminology?