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Anatomy and Medical Terminology Flashcards

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  1. Which prefix means 'below' or 'under'?

    Answer: hypo-

    The prefix 'hypo-' means below or under, as in hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).

  2. The term 'bilateral' means:

    Answer: Both sides

    'Bi-' means two, and '-lateral' means side, so bilateral refers to both sides of the body.

  3. Which body cavity contains the heart and lungs?

    Answer: Thoracic cavity

    The thoracic (chest) cavity houses the heart and lungs, protected by the rib cage.

  4. The suffix '-itis' refers to:

    Answer: Inflammation

    The suffix '-itis' means inflammation, as seen in appendicitis or bronchitis.

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

    Answer: Heart

    The combining form 'cardi/o' refers to the heart, used in words like cardiology and cardiogram.

  6. The anatomical term 'proximal' means:

    Answer: Closer to the point of origin

    Proximal means nearer to the point of attachment or origin of a structure.

  7. Which of the following terms means 'pertaining to the skin'?

    Answer: Cutaneous

    Cutaneous is derived from 'cutis' meaning skin and refers to anything pertaining to the skin.