NHI Medical Terminology & Anatomy 4

Question 1

Which suffix means 'an abnormal condition or disease'?

Accepted Answer

-osis

Answer

The suffix -osis denotes an abnormal condition or disease process, such as fibrosis or necrosis.

Question 2

The term 'anterior' in anatomy means:

Accepted Answer

Toward the front

Answer

Anterior (also called ventral) means toward the front of the body.

Question 3

Which combining form refers to the skin?

Accepted Answer

Dermato-

Answer

Dermato- (or derm-) is the combining form for skin, used in dermatology and dermatitis.

Question 4

The prefix 'poly-' means:

Accepted Answer

Many

Answer

Poly- means many or multiple, as in polydipsia (excessive thirst) or polyuria (excessive urination).

Question 5

What is the medical term for the collarbone?

Accepted Answer

Clavicle

Answer

The clavicle is commonly known as the collarbone and connects the sternum to the scapula.

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