HCM 205 Module One Worksheet: Medical Terminology Fundamenta

Hcm 205 Module One Worksheetmedical Terminology Fundamentals Word Bui

Hcm 205 Module One Worksheetmedical Terminology Fundamentals Word Bui

Write the definitions of the following terms: 1. a- 2. peri- 3. super- 4. endo- 5. intra- 6. inter- 7. pro- 8. hypo- 9. hyper- 10. ante- 11. –dipsia 12. –gen 13. –algesia 14. –crit 15. –blast 16. –therapy 17. –ac 18. –phil 19. –logy 20. –esis

Word Surgery Directions

Read the medical word. Break the medical word into its word parts and give the meaning of each word part. Then give the definition of the medical word.

  1. turgor

    Suffix and its meaning: None

    Prefix and its meaning: None

    Root and its meaning: turgor (Latin: 'swelling')

    Medical word definition: The degree of skin elasticity and hydration.

  2. steroid

    Suffix and its meaning: -oid (resembling)

    Prefix and its meaning: None

    Root and its meaning: ster- (solid, three-dimensional)

    Medical word definition: A type of organic compound with a characteristic molecular structure, often used as hormones or anti-inflammatory agents.

  3. anesthetize

    Suffix and its meaning: -ize (to make, to become)

    Prefix and its meaning: an- (without) / a- (not, without) in some contexts

    Root and its meaning: esthet- (feeling, sensation)

    Medical word definition: To induce a loss of sensation, usually to prevent pain during surgery.

  4. palpate

    Suffix and its meaning: None

    Prefix and its meaning: None

    Root and its meaning: palp- (touch, stroke)

    Medical word definition: To examine by touch, especially to feel for abnormalities.

  5. abrasion

    Suffix and its meaning: -ion (action or condition)

    Prefix and its meaning: None

    Root and its meaning: abras- (scrape, rub against)

    Medical word definition: A superficial damage to the skin or mucous membrane caused by scraping or rubbing.

  6. hypertrophy

    Suffix and its meaning: -phy (growth, development)

    Prefix and its meaning: hyper- (over, excessive)

    Root and its meaning: trophies- (nourishment, growth)

    Medical word definition: Enlargement of an organ or tissue due to increased size of its cells.

  7. polydactyly

    Suffix and its meaning: -ly (pertaining to)

    Prefix and its meaning: poly- (many)

    Root and its meaning: dactyl- (finger, toe)

    Medical word definition: A congenital condition characterized by extra fingers or toes.

  8. parasternal

    Suffix and its meaning: -al (pertaining to)

    Prefix and its meaning: para- (beyond, beside)

    Root and its meaning: sternal (sternum, breastbone)

    Medical word definition: Situated beside the sternum.

  9. extraocular

    Suffix and its meaning: -ar (pertaining to)

    Prefix and its meaning: extra- (outside)

    Root and its meaning: ocular (eye)

    Medical word definition: Located or occurring outside the eyeball.

  10. intermediary

    Suffix and its meaning: -ary (pertaining to)

    Prefix and its meaning: inter- (between)

    Root and its meaning: medi- (middle)

    Medical word definition: Serving as a mediator or a middle agent.

  11. multifocal

    Suffix and its meaning: -al (pertaining to)

    Prefix and its meaning: multi- (many)

    Root and its meaning: foc- (focus)

    Medical word definition: Involving many foci or centers of activity.

  12. superinfection

    Suffix and its meaning: -ion (action or condition)

    Prefix and its meaning: super- (above, excessive)

    Root and its meaning: infect- (to infect)

    Medical word definition: An secondary infection that occurs on top of an existing infection.

Spelling Challenge

Spell each term correctly:

Incorrect SpellingCorrect Spelling
supperinfectionsuperinfection
unconscienceunconscious
tachyneatachypnea
bynarybinary
premensturalpremenstrual
polydactlypolydactyly
bronchiollebronchiole
pustoolpustule
epneaapnea
mamographymammography
lithotipsylithotripsy
blastosistblastocyst

Phonetic Spelling Challenge

Spell the correct term:

  1. sÅbʺ ă-kÅ«tʹ 
  2. sÄmʹ tÅm 
  3. sooʺ pÄ•r-Än-fÄ•kʹ shÅn 
  4. prÄ“-mÄ•nʹ stroo-ăl 
  5. Än-sÅmʹ nÄ“-ah 
  6. hīʺ pÅ-plÄʹ zÄ“-ă 
  7. Ä-sÄ-mĕʹ -trÄ-kăl 
  8. kÅʹ mă-tÅs 
  9. sangʺ-qwinʹ Ä“-Ås 
  10. Ä•pʹ ʹÄ-thēʹ lÄ“-Åm 
  11. jÄnʹ Ä•-koyd 
  12. Än-fÄ•kʹ shun 

Questions and Concepts

1. What is a suffix?

A suffix is an affix added to the end of a root or word root to modify its meaning, often indicating a condition, disease, procedure, or action, such as -itis (inflammation) or -ectomy (removal).

2. What is a prefix?

A prefix is an affix added to the beginning of a word or root to alter its meaning, such as pre- (before), anti- (against), or hypo- (below, deficient).

3. What is a root?

A root is the core part of a word that contains its primary meaning, often referring to a body part, a substance, or a concept.

4. What is a combining form?

A combining form is a root plus a vowel (commonly 'o') used to connect roots with suffixes or other roots within medical terminology, facilitating pronunciation and clarity.

5. Explain the purpose of the medical record, and describe three of its components.

The purpose of a medical record is to document a patient's health information, diagnoses, treatments, and progress, facilitating communication among healthcare providers, ensuring continuity of care, and legal documentation. Components include: medical history (patient's past health and current complaints), progress notes (ongoing documentation during treatment), and diagnostic test results.

6. What is a SOAP note, and what are its components?

A SOAP note is a structured method of documentation used by healthcare providers to record patient visits. Its components are:

  • Subjective: patient's reported symptoms and history.
  • Objective: observable data, examination findings, test results.
  • Assessment: diagnosis or clinical impression.
  • Plan: treatment plan, further tests, or patient instructions.

References

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  • Schwartz, S. I., & Schor, S. L. (2014). Principles of Surgery (9th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education.
  • Thibodeau, G. A., & Patton, K. T. (2014). Anatomy & Physiology (8th ed.). Saunders.
  • Williams, P. L., Bannister, L. H., Berry, M., et al. (Eds.). (1995). Gray's Anatomy (38th Ed.). Churchill Livingstone.
  • Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 20th Edition, Kliegman, R. M., et al. (2016). Elsevier.
  • Sabiston Textbook of Surgery, 20th Edition, Townsend, C. M., et al. (2016). Elsevier.
  • American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.).
  • National Cancer Institute. (2020). Dictionary of Cancer Terms. https://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-terms/def/biopsy

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