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Medical Terminology and Anatomy Flashcards

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  1. Which suffix indicates a condition of pain?

    Answer: -algia

    The suffix -algia means pain, as seen in myalgia (muscle pain) or neuralgia (nerve pain).

  2. What does the combining form 'cardi/o' refer to?

    Answer: Heart

    Cardi/o is the combining form for heart, used in terms like cardiology and cardiomyopathy.

  3. In anatomical position, the term 'prone' describes a patient who is:

    Answer: Lying face down

    Prone means lying face-down, while supine means lying face-up.

  4. The prefix 'poly-' in medical terminology means:

    Answer: Many or excessive

    Poly- means many or excessive, as in polydipsia (excessive thirst) or polyuria (excessive urination).

  5. Which term describes the removal of a kidney?

    Answer: Nephrectomy

    Nephrectomy combines nephro- (kidney) with -ectomy (surgical removal) to mean surgical removal of the kidney.

  6. The combining form 'oste/o' refers to which body structure?

    Answer: Bone

    Oste/o is the combining form for bone, used in terms like osteoporosis and osteomyelitis.

  7. What is the correct meaning of the medical abbreviation 'Dx'?

    Answer: Diagnosis

    Dx is the standard medical abbreviation for diagnosis, used widely in patient charts and documentation.