Terminology Test "Session One"
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"Bradycardia" is a term describing as :.........
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Abnormally fast heart rate
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Inflammation of the heart
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Abnormally slow heart rate
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Abnormally small heart
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This quiz, titled 'Terminology Test session one', tests knowledge on medical terminology, including definitions and anatomical positions.
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" Hepato " is a word root for :......
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Gums
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Liver
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Mouth
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Brain
Correct Answer
A. LiverExplanation
The word root "Hepato" is derived from the Greek word "hepar" which means liver. Therefore, "Hepato" is associated with the liver.Rate this question:
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" Half " means " Hemi "
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True
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False
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A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that "half" is a synonym for "hemi." This means that the two words have the same meaning or can be used interchangeably. Therefore, the correct answer is true.Rate this question:
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Elbow مفصل الكوع is proximal to the hand :.........
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement "Elbow مفصل الكوع is proximal to the hand" is true. Proximal refers to a position closer to the center of the body or a reference point. In this case, the elbow is closer to the center of the body compared to the hand. The hand is distal, meaning it is further away from the center of the body. Therefore, the statement is correct.Rate this question:
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" ism " in the word "Hyperthyroidism" means :..........
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Full of
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Inflammation
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Condition
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Removal
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A. ConditionExplanation
The word "ism" in the word "Hyperthyroidism" means a specific condition. In this case, it refers to the condition of having an overactive thyroid gland, which results in symptoms such as weight loss, rapid heartbeat, and excessive sweating.Rate this question:
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" Distal " means :.....
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Near the point of origin.
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Away from the point of origin.
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In the middle of the origin.
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None of the above.
Correct Answer
A. Away from the point of origin.Explanation
The term "distal" refers to being away from the point of origin. It is used to describe a location that is further away from the starting point or the center of an object or body part. In anatomy, it is often used to describe the position of a body part in relation to another part. For example, the fingers are distal to the wrist, as they are further away from the center of the arm.Rate this question:
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".........." comes at the begining of word root
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Suffix
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Prefix
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None of the above
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Option 4
Correct Answer
A. PrefixExplanation
A prefix is a word part that comes at the beginning of a word root. It is added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning or create a new word. In this case, the correct answer is "Prefix" because it is the word part that comes at the beginning of a word root. Suffix, on the other hand, comes at the end of a word root.Rate this question:
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"Xantho" means ..........
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Yellow
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Red
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Black
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Green
Correct Answer
A. YellowExplanation
The word "Xantho" is derived from Greek and it means yellow.Rate this question:
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Back and side of the body mean " posteromedial "
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
The statement "Back and side of the body mean 'posteromedial'" is false. "Posteromedial" refers to a position that is both posterior and medial, meaning towards the back and towards the midline of the body. However, the back and side of the body are not the same as posteromedial. The back refers to the posterior aspect of the body, while the side refers to the lateral aspect. Therefore, the correct answer is false.Rate this question:
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The colored bones is called :......
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Carpals
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Metacarpals
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Phalanges
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Metatarsals
Correct Answer
A. MetatarsalsExplanation
The colored bones referred to in the question are called metatarsals. The other options, carpal, metacarpal, and phalanges, are bones found in the hands and fingers. However, metatarsals are located in the feet, specifically in the middle part of the foot. They connect the tarsal bones to the phalanges and provide support and stability during walking and running.Rate this question:
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