CMC Medical Terminology & Anatomy 5

Question 1

Which suffix means 'abnormal condition' or 'disease'?

Accepted Answer

-osis

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-itis

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-oma

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-algia

Question 2

The term 'ipsilateral' describes structures that are:

Accepted Answer

On the same side of the body

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On opposite sides of the body

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Along the midline

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Above the midline

Question 3

The combining form 'gastr/o' specifically refers to the:

Accepted Answer

Stomach

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Small intestine

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Esophagus

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Colon

Question 4

What does the prefix 'inter-' mean?

Accepted Answer

Between

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Within

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Around

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Above

Question 5

The suffix '-rrhea' refers to:

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Discharge or flow

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Rupture or bursting

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Suture or repair

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Inflammation

Question 6

Which body cavity contains the heart, lungs, and esophagus?

Accepted Answer

Thoracic cavity

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Abdominal cavity

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Pelvic cavity

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Cranial cavity

Question 7

The term 'hematuria' describes the presence of:

Accepted Answer

Blood in the urine

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Blood in the stool

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Blood in the sputum

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Blood in the pleural space