Free CCBMA Medical Terminology Questions and Answers

Question 1

The prefix "brady-" in the term bradycardia means:

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Slow

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Fast

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Around

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Without

Question 2

What does the suffix "-ectomy" mean?

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Surgical removal

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Inflammation

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Surgical repair

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Visual examination

Question 3

The abbreviation "q.i.d." on a prescription means:

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Four times a day

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Twice a day

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Three times a day

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As needed

Question 4

The root word "nephr/o" refers to which organ?

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Kidney

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Liver

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Lung

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Heart

Question 5

A patient lying on their back with their face upward is in what position?

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Supine

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Prone

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Lateral

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Fowler's

Question 6

What does the abbreviation "NPO" stand for?

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Nothing by mouth

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No known allergies

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New patient only

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No problems observed

Question 7

The term "cholecystitis" refers to the inflammation of the:

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Gallbladder

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Colon

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Bladder

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Liver