Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology Flashcards
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Which combining form refers to the kidney?
Answer: nephr/o
Nephr/o is the combining form derived from Greek meaning kidney, used in terms like nephrology and nephritis.
The suffix '-ectomy' means:
Answer: surgical removal
The suffix -ectomy means surgical excision or removal, as in appendectomy (removal of the appendix).
Which layer of the skin contains sweat glands, hair follicles, and blood vessels?
Answer: Dermis
The dermis is the middle layer of skin that houses sweat glands, hair follicles, sebaceous glands, and blood vessels.
A patient is diagnosed with bradycardia. This means the patient has:
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).
The medical term for the collarbone is:
Answer: Clavicle
The clavicle is the collarbone, a horizontal bone connecting the sternum to the scapula.
Which organ system is responsible for gas exchange between the blood and the environment?
Answer: Respiratory system
The respiratory system, including the lungs and airways, is responsible for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
The prefix 'poly-' means:
Answer: Many or much
The prefix poly- means many or much, as seen in polydipsia (excessive thirst) and polyuria (excessive urination).