CKE Medical Terminology 3

Question 1

What does 'bilateral' mean in medical terminology?

Accepted Answer

On both sides

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Stomach

Answer

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

Question 3

What does the abbreviation 'PRN' mean?

Accepted Answer

As Needed

Answer

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

Question 4

The suffix '-scopy' refers to which procedure?

Accepted Answer

Visual examination

Answer

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

Question 5

What does the prefix 'tachy-' mean?

Accepted Answer

Fast

Answer

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

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