Medical Terminology for Patient Access 8 Flashcards
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What does the suffix '-ology' mean in medical terminology?
Answer: The study of
'-ology' derives from the Greek 'logos' meaning 'study' or 'science.' For example, cardiology is the study of the heart and dermatology is the study of the skin.
What does the prefix 'brady-' mean in medical terminology?
Answer: Slow
'Brady-' comes from Greek meaning slow. Bradycardia, for instance, describes a slower-than-normal heart rate, typically below 60 beats per minute.
What does the root word 'cardi-' refer to?
Answer: Heart
'Cardi-' originates from the Greek word 'kardia' meaning heart. It appears in terms like cardiologist (heart specialist) and cardiomyopathy (disease of heart muscle).
What does the suffix '-plasty' mean in medical terminology?
Answer: Surgical repair or reconstruction
'-plasty' comes from Greek meaning to mold or form, and refers to surgical repair or reconstruction. Rhinoplasty, for example, is the surgical reshaping of the nose.
What does the prefix 'tachy-' mean in medical terminology?
Answer: Rapid or fast
'Tachy-' derives from Greek meaning swift or rapid. Tachycardia describes an abnormally fast heart rate, typically above 100 beats per minute in adults.
What does the suffix '-scopy' mean in medical terminology?
Answer: Visual examination using an instrument
'-scopy' comes from the Greek 'skopein' meaning to look or examine. Endoscopy is the visual examination of the interior of a body cavity using a scope instrument.