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  1. What does 'bilateral' mean in medical terminology?

    Answer: On both sides

    Bilateral means pertaining to or affecting both sides, such as bilateral pneumonia.

  2. The root word 'gastr-' refers to which organ?

    Answer: Stomach

    The root word 'gastr-' refers to the stomach, as used in gastritis and gastroenterology.

  3. What does the abbreviation 'PRN' mean?

    Answer: As Needed

    PRN comes from Latin 'Pro Re Nata,' meaning as needed, used for medications given only when required.

  4. The suffix '-scopy' refers to which procedure?

    Answer: Visual examination

    The suffix '-scopy' means visual examination using an instrument, as in colonoscopy.

  5. What does the prefix 'tachy-' mean?

    Answer: Fast

    The prefix 'tachy-' means fast or rapid, as in tachycardia (rapid heart rate).

  6. Which term describes the front surface of the body?

    Answer: Anterior

    Anterior refers to the front surface of the body, opposite to the posterior (back).

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