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Anatomy, Physiology & Medical Terminology Flashcards

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  1. The prefix 'hypo-' most commonly means:

    Answer: Below normal

    Hypo- means under, below, or less than normal, as in hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).

  2. Which anatomical term describes a position closer to the point of attachment of a limb?

    Answer: Proximal

    Proximal means nearer to the point of attachment or origin, while distal means farther away.

  3. The term 'dysuria' refers to:

    Answer: Painful or difficult urination

    Dys- means painful or difficult, and -uria refers to urine, so dysuria is painful urination.

  4. Which organ is responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?

    Answer: Kidney

    The kidneys filter blood to remove waste products and excess water, producing urine.

  5. The medical term 'rhinorrhea' means:

    Answer: Runny nose (nasal discharge)

    Rhin/o means nose and -rrhea means flow or discharge, so rhinorrhea is a runny nose.

  6. Which type of joint allows the greatest range of motion?

    Answer: Synovial joint

    Synovial joints, such as the shoulder and hip, contain synovial fluid and allow the widest range of motion.

  7. The suffix '-ectomy' means:

    Answer: Surgical removal of

    -Ectomy means the surgical excision or removal of a structure, as in appendectomy.