CPC Medical Terminology & Anatomy 3

Question 1

What does the medical abbreviation 'SOB' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Shortness of breath

Answer

SOB stands for shortness of breath, a common symptom documented in medical records.

Question 2

The suffix '-itis' at the end of a medical term indicates:

Accepted Answer

Inflammation

Answer

The suffix '-itis' means inflammation, as in appendicitis (inflammation of the appendix).

Question 3

Which body system includes the trachea, bronchi, and alveoli?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory system

Answer

The respiratory system includes the trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli for gas exchange.

Question 4

The term 'bilateral' means:

Accepted Answer

On both sides

Answer

Bilateral means pertaining to or affecting both sides of the body.

Question 5

What does the combining form 'cardi/o' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Heart

Answer

Cardi/o is the combining form for the heart, as in cardiology (study of the heart).

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