Med Term: 3 and 4, Med Term: 1 and 2

Which is NOT a suffix used to mean "pertaining to"?

-algia

Which is NOT a suffix used to mean "small"?

-ic

Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term petechial.

2nd syllable: tee

Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term dermopathy

2ndsyllable: maw

Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term onychia

2ndsyllable: nik

Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term lipectomy.

2ndsyllable: pek

Which of the following is the best definition for differential diagnosis?

A list of conditions the patient may have based on the symptoms exhibited and the results of the exam

Which is the correct definition for the term eczema?

A red itchy rash that may weep or ooze, then become crusted and scaly

What is NOT a difference between a suffix and a prefix?

A suffix is at the beginning of the term and a prefix is at the end of a term.

After a car accident, the medical professional asks the patient questions about her name, location, and the date. The patient is able to accurately answer all of the questions. The patient can be classified as:

A&O

The prescriber uses which of the following abbreviations if a medication is to be taken before meals?

AC

Which syllable is emphasized when pronouncing the word arthroscope?

AR-throh-skohp

Identify the correct pronunciation for the term onychodystrophy.

AW-ni-koh-DIS-troh-fee

Read this excerpt from a patient's health record: Hospital Course Neuro: On admission exam, Decker was found to have mild lumbar lordosis, pseudohypertrophy of his calf muscles, and a waddling gait. He did not have any genu varum or genu valgus. No hyporeflexia was noted. The initial concern was a muscular dystrophy. Given a family history of polymyositis, that was considered as well. Decker's labs were consistent with muscular dystrophy. An electromyography showed myopathic changes. A muscle biopsy was then performed to help distinguish which of the muscular dystrophies the patient has. The results are pending. CV: Cardiology was consulted, given the strong risk for developing cardiomyopathy. Resp: No problems were seen throughout the hospital stay. Decker was educated in performing on breathing exercises and also about the respiratory problems often seen later on in the condition. Ortho: Orthopedic surgery was consulted for Decker's scoliosis. Social: Much of the hospital stay focused on patient education. Which of the following is a symptom found in this patient?

Abnormal forward curvature of the lower spine

Which is NOT included in this patient's admission or discharge diagnosis? Discharge Summary Patient Name: Decker Macmillan Date of Admission: 1/1/15 Date of Discharge: 1/4/15 Admission Diagnosis 1. Hypotonia 2. Lordosis Discharge Diagnosis 1. Muscular dystrophy 2. Scoliosis

Abnormal forward curvature of the upper spine

Read the following portion of an orthopedic clinic note: DDx: Includes osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and bursitis. Given her history of osteoarthritis on exam and the results of the x-ray and joint aspiration, I believe Mrs. Goldman has OA that has failed to respond to previous treatments. According to the excerpt, which is NOT included in the differential diagnosis?

Abnormal joint development

Which is the correct abbreviation for a medicine administered "as desired"?

Ad lib

What is the meaning of the prefix contra-?

Against

What is the importance of health records?

All of these

Which of the following is true about the abbreviation CTA?

All of these

Which of the following roots means fat?

All of these

Identify which of the following pairs are synonyms

Allograft, homograft

Which term means "surgical reconstruction of a vessel"?

Angioplasty

Choose the correct translation for the root tars/o

Ankle

Which is the medical term used to describe joint stiffness?

Anklyosis

Which medical term means against histamine?

Antihistamine

Which of the following is a drug that prevents sepsis (a rotting of the flesh) by killing microorganisms?

Antiseptic

Build a medical term that means "puncture of a joint."

Arthrocentesis

Build a medical term that means "joint breaking."

Arthroclasia

Build a medical term that means "joint recording process," a procedure used to examine a joint.

Arthrography

Which term means "instrument for looking into a joint"? (arthr/o = joint)

Arthroscope

The normal blood pressure range is 90/60 to 140/90. A patient's blood pressure has been documented at 120/80. Which of the following abbreviations describes the patient's blood pressure?

BP WNL

Translate the prefix ante-

Before

A patient has a rash on the top of both of his hands. Which is the correct medical term for the rash's location?

Bilateral, dorsum

Translate the term fasciodesis as literally as possible.

Binding of a fascia

Translate the suffix -emia

Blood condition

Translate the term cyanidrosis as literally as possible.

Blue sweat condition

Translate the medical term osteocarcinoma as literally as possible.

Bone cancer tumor

Translate the medical term osteolysis as literally as possible

Bone loss

Which of the following abbreviations is NOT part of a patient's history (either medical history or history of the illness)?

CTA

Which of the following is NOT an abbreviation that refers to a health care facility or department?

CTA

Which of the following would NOT describe a patient with a normal physical exam?

CTA, SOB

Which of these correctly represents a medical term built with the following roots and suffix: cardi/o + my/o + pathy?

Cardiomyopathy

Build a medical term that means the "removal of all or part of the wrist."

Carpectomy

Build a medical term that means "wrist inflammation."

Carpitis

Translate the medical term chondro-osteodystrophy as literally as possible.

Cartilage-bone-bad-nourishment: poor development of bones and cartilage

Translate the root morph/o

Change

Build a medical term that means the "removal of cartilage."

Chondrectomy

Which of the following health care notes is NOT usually authored in a hospital?

Clinic note

Translate the term dermatosis as literally as possible

Condition of the skin

The following excerpt would most accurately be classified as which kind of health care record? Dear Dr. Childs, Thank you for referring Mr. Samuels to my office. I saw him on March 3, 2015. Mr. Samuels has a 4-month history of increasing pain in his right distal femur. He first noticed pain after being kicked in the leg at a soccer game and was evaluated in your office 3 weeks later for persistent pain. There was a soft tissue mass in his distal femur that was tender to touch.

Consult note

Which of the following notes is usually authored by a specialist and provides an expert opinion on a more challenging problem?

Consult note

Which medical term means rib pain?

Costalgia

Build a medical term that means "finger inflammation."

Dactylitis

Read this excerpt from the patient's discharge summary: HPI Decker Macmillan is an 8-year-old boy admitted directly to the pediatric floor for workup of chronic progressive hypotonia. His parents report they have noticed progressive weakness. Decker has had increasing difficulty running, jumping, and climbing stairs. His parents initially thought his problems were due to his asthma, but they noticed that he also had a waddling gait. They took him to their primary care provider, who referred him for evaluation. On admission, Decker denied any history of myalgia, arthrodynia, or dystaxia. His problem appeared limited to muscle tone. According to this information, which of the following is part of the history of the present illness?

Decrease in muscle tone or tightness

Which medical term means skin inflammation?

Dermatitis

Which medical term means skin pain?

Dermatodynia

Which medical term means loose skin?

Dermatolysis

Which medical term means procedure for looking at the skin?

Dermoscopy

Which is the correct plural form of the word diagnosis?

Diagnoses

Which of the following is FALSE about the SOAP method?

Diagnostic work in medicine is very similar to the investigative work of a detective; thus the SOAP method begins with an analysis and ends with collecting data to confirm the diagnosis.

Which of the following health records describes when and why a patient was admitted to the hospital, documents his/her stay in the hospital, and indicates the type of follow-up the patient will have?

Discharge summary

Which is the proper translation of polyneuropathy?

Disease affecting many nerves

Which is the correct opposite for the proximal part of the body?

Distal

Which of the following does NOT refer to "the front"?

Dorsal

Translate the root xer/o

Dry

Which term means "bad movement condition"?

Dyskinesia

The following excerpt most likely comes from what time of health record? Emergency Department Course: Miss Sweet arrived in the ED lethargic but responsive. Given her history and vomiting, we were concerned about diabetic ketoacidosis. The patient's finger stick blood sugar test result of 320 confirmed hyperglycemia, and a urinalysis revealed both glucosuria and ketonuria. An IV was started and labs were sent. Chemistry profile showed hypernatremia, hypokalemia, and acidemia. The pediatric intensive care team was contacted for transfer to the PICU. Disposition: Transfer to PICU.

Emergency department note

Translate the term trichomegaly as literally as possible

Enlarged hair

Which is the proper translation of cardiomegaly?

Enlargement of the heart

Which medical term means tumors on the skin?

Epidermal tumors

If a physician uses a cast to fix a patient's broken arm, this is known as which type of treatment or therapy?

External fixation

Build a medical term that means "incision into fascia."

Fasciotomy

Which of the following pairs of terms are opposites?

Febrile, afebrile

Choose the correct translation for the root femor/o

Femur

Translate the prefix oligo-

Few

Translate the term tenolysis as literally as possible.

Freeing/loosening of a tendon

Provide the correct translation for the abbreviation FROM.

Full range of motion

Translate the root myc/o

Fungus

What is the correct abbreviation for a fracture?

Fx

Which of these correctly represents a medical term built with the following root and suffix: gastr/o + ic?

Gastric

Which of the abbreviations would be a correct reflection of the following Emergency Department note? Physical Exam Vital Signs: Temperature: 102.3; Heart Rate: 90; Respiratory Rate: 20;BP: 112/84. General: Well-developed and nourished, in mild discomfort. Alert andoriented x 3.

General: WDWN, in mild discomfort. A&Ox3 Vital Signs: T: 102.3; HR: 90; RR: 20; BP: 112/84

Which term means "sugar deficiency"?

Glycopenia

What is the medical term that describes writer's cramp?

Graphospasm

Medical language is made up primarily (but not exclusively) of words taken from which two ancient languages?

Greek and Latin

Which is a correct interpretation of the following portion of a physical exam? CV: RRR without murmur, gallops, or rubs. Resp: CTA bilaterally.

Heart has a regular rate and rhythm; lungs are clear on both sides.

Read this patient's medical history: Social Hx: 1-pack-per-day smoker. Social drinker: 3-4 glasses of wine a week. Family Hx: Positive for psoriasis in mother. PMHx: Dermatofibromas x 3 on legs removed via cryosurgery 3 years ago.

Her fibrous skin tumors were removed by freezing.

When a patient is examined by a medical professional, which of the following would NOT be part of the physical examination?

Hx

Which medical term means excessive melanin in the skin?

Hypermelanosis

Which medical term means increased muscle tone or tightness?

Hypertonia

What is the medical term that means excessive growth of hair?

Hypertrichosis

Which of these correctly represents a medical term built with the following parts: hypo + glyc/o + emia?

Hypoglycemia

The amount of fluids a patient has taken in and produced is abbreviated:

I/O

Translate the term bursotomy as literally as possible.

Incision into a bursa

Which is the proper translation of cardiomyotomy?

Incision into the heart muscle

Translate the term steatitis as literally as possible

Inflammation of the fat

Which is the proper translation of mycodermatitis?

Inflammation of the skin caused by fungus

Which is the correct definition for the term actinic dermatitis?

Inflammation of the skin caused by sun exposure

Which is the proper translation of gastritis?

Inflammation of the stomach

Translate the suffix -graph

Instrument used to produce a record

Which term means "pertaining to inside the skin"?

Intradermal

What is the meaning of the suffix -spasm?

Involuntary contraction

Which of the following is FALSE about the term discharge?

It can mean that the patient has been cured.

Which of the following is the correct definition for the term chronic?

It has been going on for a while now.

Which of the following is NOT true about the abbreviation CAT?

It is part of the treatment plan for patients.

Which of the following is NOT true about the medical term remission?

It means the illness has been cured.

Translate the medical term arthrocele as literally as possible.

Joint hernia

Identify the correct pronunciation for the term costochondritis

KAW-stoh-kawn-DRAI-tis

Which medical term means pertaining to horny creation?

Keratogenic

Translate the root hepat/o

Liver

Choose the correct translation for the root lumb/o

Loin, lower back

Translate the root pneumon/o

Lung

Which of the following is NOT an abbreviation pertaining to the vertebrae?

M1-M8

A patient complains of itchy skin and has a very noticeable rash. What is an appropriate medical term to describe the rash?

Marked

Which of the following is NOT a reason why Greek and Latin form the backbone and foundation of medical language?

Medical research of the scientific revolution was in Greek

The following is the final paragraph in an Orthopedic Consult Note from Dr. Phyllis Sanchez, MD, FAAOS: I discussed the next steps with Mr. Samuels and his family, including staging the tumor and scheduling a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. I discussed the surgery with Mr. Samuels and his family in the office. His tumor will likely require tumor resection with partial ostectomy of the femur with osteoplasty. I discussed the benefits of a metal endoprosthesis versus an allograft for the osteoplasty. Mr. Samuels is scheduled to return to my office 1 week following his biopsy to discuss the results. Given this information, which of the following statements is NOT true?

Mr. Samuels has a bone disease that requires surgery.

Read the following excerpt from a patient's health record On exam, Mr. Samuels was a pleasant young man, well developed and well nourished, and in no acute distress. His lungs were clear and heart was regular in rate and rhythm. No murmurs were heard. Examination of his right leg revealed a significant soft tissue mass over his distal femur on the right. The mass was tender. He did not have any knee effusion. I reviewed the labs and x-ray. His findings were consistent with osteosarcoma. Given this information, which of the following statements is TRUE?

Mr. Samuels has a soft tissue mass on the bottom part of his right femur.

Read the following discharge summary: Hospital Course Mrs. Collach was admitted to the medical service. She was placed on NPO status and given IVF and analgesics. An ultrasound revealed gallstones in the common bile duct as the etiology for Mrs. Collach's pancreatitis. Surgery was consulted. On hospital day 2, Mrs. Collach was taken to the OR for laparoscopic choledocholithectomy and cholecystectomy. She tolerated the procedure well. She began a postoperative refeeding plan with a low-protein, low-fat diet. She tolerated advancing the diet, and 2 days after her surgery, her pain had improved enough that she was discharged home. According to this summary, which of the following is true?

Mrs. Collach was not allowed to have anything by mouth and was given intravenous fluids when she was first admitted to the hospital.

Read the following excerpt from Mrs. Goldman's health record: History of Present Illness: Mrs. Maureen Goldman presented to the orthopedic clinic with a chronic history of arthralgia. She has been previously diagnosed with osteoarthritis. She was initially treated with NSAIDs and an orthotic that helped for a time; however, Mrs. Goldman's condition worsened and was eventually treated with an intraarticular steroid injection. She reported improved pain and range of motion. The knee pain returned last year, however, and she was treated in our clinic with arthroscopic surgery. While it helped some, she reports it didn't completely get rid of her symptoms, and she returns today for evaluation. PMHx: Septic arthritis requiring hospitalization and IV antibiotics 4 years ago. Which of the following is NOT true about the patient's medical history?

Mrs. Goldman's joint pain just began recently.

According to the following discharge summary, which of the following statements is NOT true? Hospital Course On postop day 2, Ms. Cloud began complaining of increasing right ophthalmalgia. She was noted to be febrile to 102.2. Exam revealed conjunctival infection and edema. She was presumed to have postoperative endophthalmitis. Vitrectomy was performed under sterile conditions, and samples were sent to lab for culture. She was given intravitreal antibiotics. Over the next couple of days, her fever curve trended down and her WBC count improved. Cultures came back positive for S. epidermidis. Infectious disease was consulted; they recommended two weeks of IV therapy. A PICC line was placed and she was discharged with care instructions.

Ms. Cloud complained of increasing right ophthalmalgia 2 days before her surgery

Translate the medical term myomalacia as literally as possible

Muscle softening

What is the medical term that means fungal condition?

Mycosis

Build a medical term that means "muscle turmoil."

Myoclonus

Build a medical term that means "muscle disease."

Myopathy

Build a medical term that means "muscle suture."

Myorrhaphy

Which medical term means involuntary contraction of the muscle?

Myospasm

Build a medical term that means "muscle tone."

Myotonia

Translate the term onychopathy as literally as possible.

Nail disease

Translate the root sten/o

Narrowing

Which of the following terms includes a combining vowel?

Neuropathy

Which term means "hardening of the nerves"?

Neurosclerosis

Translate the term anesthetic as literally as possible

No sensation

Which of the following is NOT an example of a blister (an elevated, fluid-filled lesion)?

Nodule

What is the meaning of the root troph/o

Nourishment, development

Which is the correct plural form of the word nucleus?

Nuclei

A patient usually has surgery in a(n):

OR

Information such as the patient's physical exam, any laboratory findings, and imaging studies performed at the visit would be contained in which part of the diagnostic process?

Objective

The following excerpt is from which portion of the discharge summary? Labs Admission labs: UA: Pyuria: .20 wbcs; Hematuria: 3 1 blood; Albuminuria: 1 1 protein. Urine culture: E. coli. Blood culture: E. coli. Discharge labs: UA normal. Urine culture normal. Imaging VCUG: No vesicoureteral reflux noted. RUS: No hydronephrosisnoted. Normal. Spiral CT of kidneys on day 3 of admission revealed perinephric abscess formation of the left kidney.

Objective

Which part of the SOAP method most accurately describes the following excerpt from a patient's clinic note? T: 99.0; HR: 60; RR: 20; BP: 112/70. General: Pleasant, responsive. No acute distress. HEENT: PERRLA. Mucous membranes moist and pink. Resp: CTA. No wheezes, rales, rhonchi, or crackles. Good air exchange. No increased work of breathing.

Objective

Translate the term seborrhea as literally as possible

Oil discharge farenheight

Which medical term means abnormal softening of the nail?

Onychomalacia

Which medical term means incision into the nail?

Onychotomy

Build a medical term that means "poor bone development."

Osteodystrophy

Translate the medical term hyperkinesia as literally as possible

Over movement

Which of the following pairs of abbreviations are opposites?

PO, NPO

Which is the correct definition of the suffix -algia?

Pain

Which of the following health records would NOT include a plan?

Pathology report

Which is the proper translation of subdural?

Pertaining to beneath the dura

Translate the term excisional (as found in the medical term excisional biopsy) as literally as possible.

Pertaining to out cut = to cut out an entire object

Which term means "pertaining to after birth"?

Postpartum

Which term refers to "before surgery"?

Pre-op

Read this excerpt from a patient's health record: Hospital Course Neuro: On admission exam, Decker was found to have mild lumbar lordosis, pseudohypertrophy of his calf muscles, and a waddling gait. He did not have any genu varum or genu valgus. No hyporeflexia was noted. The initial concern was a muscular dystrophy. Given a family history of polymyositis, that was considered as well. Decker's labs were consistent with muscular dystrophy. An electromyography showed myopathic changes. A muscle biopsy was then performed to help distinguish which of the muscular dystrophies the patient has. The results are pending. CV: Cardiology was consulted, given the strong risk for developing cardiomyopathy. Resp: No problems were seen throughout the hospital stay. Decker was educated in performing on breathing exercises and also about the respiratory problems often seen later on in the condition. Ortho: Orthopedic surgery was consulted for Decker's scoliosis. Social: Much of the hospital stay focused on patient education. Which of the following tests showed "myyopathic changes"?

Procedure for measuring the electrical activity of a muscle

Which of the following abbreviations would most likely be found in the "plan" portion of a health record?

QHS

Which is the proper translation of angiogram?

Record of the blood vessels

Read the following excerpt from a patient's health record: Temp: 98.7; HR: 74; RR: 16; BP: 115/73. Gen: Woman with healthy appearance, alert and oriented. HEENT: TMs normal. Xanthochromic/stained teeth. Mucous membranes moist and pink. CV: RRR no murmurs. Resp: CTA. Skin: Erythematous papules and plaques with a silver scale on the extensor surface of knees, elbows, and back; onycholysis of toe nails.

Red, elevated, palpable, solid masses with silver flakes on the surface of her knees, elbows, and back

Read this patient's treatment plan: I will begin her on topical corticosteroids and have her follow up in 2-4 months. For any unresponsive areas I will try photochemotherapy. For the patient's onycholysis, I have referred her to a podiatrist for an onychectomy.

Removal of a nail

Translate the term craniectomy as literally as possible.

Removal of portion of the skull

What is the meaning of the suffix -oid?

Resembling

What is the correct definition for the abbreviation RR?

Respiratory rate

An ORIF is:

Returning bones to their proper place by fixing a fractured bone from the inside (i.e., using screws, pins, plates, etc.).

Which section of the health record is NOT included in the subjective section?

Review of systems

What is the meaning of the suffix -rrhexis?

Rupture

Which of the following is NOT an acceptable abbreviation for subcutaneous?

SCC

Identify the correct pronunciation for the term spondylosis

SPAWN-dai-law-sis

Translate the root ichthy/o

Scaly

Which medical term means formation of oil?

Sebopoiesis

Which of the following terms is part of a patient's assessment?

Sequelae

According to the following discharge summary, which is true about this patient? HPI Mrs. Roxana Collach presented to the ED with a 2-day history of increasing epigastric pain. She described the pain as constant and dull with radiation to her back. She also had progressive anorexia. She denied nausea, emesis, or diarrhea. She was febrile in the ED and had marked epigastric tenderness on exam with guarding. Her abdomen was slightly distended and she was mildly jaundiced. Her elevated amylase and lipase confirmed the suspicion of acute pancreatitis. She was admitted for pain control and IVF.

She was diagnosed with pancreatitis.

In the following prescription, which line gives the patient instructions? Amoxicillin 400 mg/5ml Sig. 5 ml PO BID x 10days Dispense 100ml Refills: None Brand name medically necessary

Sig. 5 ml PO BID x 10days

Which of the following is the correct definition for the term symptom?

Something a patient feels

Choose the correct translation for the root ankyl/o

Stiff, bent

Translate the suffix -logy

Study of

A CC is usually included on which part of the health care record?

Subjective

From which portion of a consult note is the following excerpt? Reason for Consult: urinary retention HPI: Mr. Johnson is a 57-year-old male with a 2-month history of difficulty voiding. He reports urgency and frequency. He has had increasing problems with a weakurinary stream. The symptoms have progressed to include mild abdominal discomfortand erectile dysfunction. He denies any incontinence, hematuria, balanorrhea, orchiodynia, or trauma. He has not tried any medicines at this point.

Subjective

What is the meaning of the suffix -rrhaphy?

Suture

Which syllable receives the emphasis in the medical term arthrogram?

Syllable 1: ar

Which syllable receives the emphasis in the medical term hypotonia?

Syllable 3: to

Which of the following is NOT a correct abbreviation for referring to a ligament?

TCL

Which abbreviation does NOT describe the time of day in which a prescription should be taken?

TID

Which of the following does NOT describe a type of bone pain?

Tenalgia

Build a medical term that means "tendon inflammation."

Tendonitis

Build a medical term that means "binding of a tendon."

Tenodesis

If a person's head were divided on the coronal plane, which of the following is NOT true?

The division would be from front to back, and therefore both eyes could be seen on the same plane.

Read the dermatology clinic note below. A skin Bx performed in my office confirmed the diagnosis of AK. After explaining the results to Mr. Johnson, I recommended cryotherapy for the smaller lesions on his arms and dermabrasion for his scalp lesions. I explained to Mr. Johnson that AK can lead to squamous cell carcinoma and taught him about the risks of sun exposure, including further AKs and melanoma.

The history of the patient's skin condition confirmed the doctor thinks the patient has skin cancer.

A patient was given a prescription with the following information: "Sig. 5 mL PO BID x 10 days." Which is the most accurate description of the patient prescription?

The medication will be taken by mouth twice a day for ten days

Read the patient's Discharge Physical Examination: Discharge Physical Examination Temp: 98.6; RR: 24; HR: 86; BP: 100/64 Gen: WDWN. Alert. CV: RRR. Resp: CTA. Neuro: Hypotonia of legs (strength 3/5 bilaterally). Waddling gait. Using assistance to get up from seated position. Normal reflexes. Marked enlargement of calves. According to the Discharge Physical Examination, which of the following is true?

The patient has a decrease in muscle tone or tightness in the legs.

Interpret the following abbreviations: "The Pt is 5y/o."

The patient is 5 years old

The following is an excerpt from a patient's discharge summary. Which of the following is NOT true about this excerpt? HPI Miss Susan Nesbit is a 12-year-old female who first visited her primary care provider for dysuria. A UA was ordered, but the patient could not urinate in the office. She took the UA cup home but did not return with the sample. The next day, Susan's dysuria worsened, and she developed a fever of 102.3o F, as well as vomiting and hematuria, so she returned to the clinic. A urinalysis performed in the office revealed significant pyuria, hematuria, and albuminuria. Since Susan was not able to keep any fluids down, her primary care provider sent her to the emergency department for evaluation for admission.

The patient went to the ED before seeing her PCP.

The following is a portion of a patient's consult note: Past Medical History: Noncontributory. Past Surgical History: Balanoplastyfor hypospadias at age 1. Social History: Doug lives with his parents and older sister. He is going into kindergarten in the fall. Family History: Paternal grandfather with polycystic kidney disease. According to the doctor who authored this note, which of the following is true?

The patient's PMHx is not related to this specific problem

The following is an excerpt from a patient's medical record. According to this information, which is NOT true about the patient? T: 98.5; HR: 60; RR: 20; BP: 112/70. General: Pleasant, responsive. No acute distress. HEENT: PERRLA. Mucous membranes moist and pink. Resp: CTA. No wheezes, rales, rhonchi, or crackles. Good air exchange. No increased work of breathing.

The patient's eyes are not reacting to light.

According to the following discharge summary, which of the following is NOT true about this patient? Discharge Physical Examination Temp: 98.6; RR: 24; HR: 86; BP: 100/64. Gen: WDWN. Alert. CV: RRR. Resp: CTA. GI: Abdomen soft, nondistended, mild tenderness to palpation over the surgical incisions. Three small horizontal surgical wounds in her abdomen. Wounds clean, dry, and intact. Activity No restrictions.

The patient's heart is beating rapidly.

Read the following excerpt from a consult note: The physical exam showed erythematous, xerotic patches in his flexural creases of his elbows and knees as well as the extensor surface of his legs. He has numerous hemorrhagic crusts and vesicles, along with scattered excoriations and erosions. The rest of the exam was unremarkable except mild scalp alopecia.

The patient's skin looks white

The following is Dr. Hernandez's differential diagnosis for her patient, who has a rash and has developed difficulty with her toenails.

The rash may be caused by fungus.

Read the following discharge summary: Hospital Course Mrs. Collach was admitted to the medical service. She was placed on NPO status and given IVF and analgesics. An ultrasound revealed gallstones in the common bile duct as the etiology for Mrs. Collach's pancreatitis. Surgery was consulted. On hospital day 2, Mrs. Collach was taken to the OR for laparoscopic choledocholithectomy and cholecystectomy. She tolerated the procedure well. She began a postoperative refeeding plan with a low-protein, low-fat diet. She tolerated advancing the diet, and 2 days after her surgery, her pain had improved enough that she was discharged home. According to this summary, which of the following is true?

The ultrasound revealed gallstones as the cause of Mrs. Collach's pancreas pain

Read the information in the Orthopedic Consult note below: Thank you for referring Mr. Samuels to my office. I saw him on March 3, 2015. Mr. Samuels has a 4-month history of increasing pain in his right distal femur. He first noticed pain after being kicked in the leg at a soccer game and was evaluated in your office 3 weeks later for persistent pain. There was a soft tissue mass in his distal femur that was tender to touch. An x-ray was performed to rule out a fracture or chronic osteomyelitis. The x-ray showed both osteolysis of the metaphysis and periosteal new bone formation. Labs were drawn including CBC, CPK, and ESR. He was referred to my office for further evaluation of the x-ray findings. According to the note, which of the following statements is NOT true?

The x-ray showed new bone formation of the periosteum (the bone marrow, what is inside, the bone).

Translate the medical term tibialgia as literally as possible

Tibia pain

Translate the term chemotherapy as literally as possible.

Treatment using chemicals

What is the meaning of the suffix -oma?

Tumor

Translate the term biopsy as literally as possible

Two eye procedure

Translate the term electrocauterization as literally as possible

Using electricity to destroy a tissue by burning it

Which of these correctly represents a medical term built with the following root and suffix: vas/o + spasm?

Vasospasm

Translate the term spondylitis as literally as possible

Vertebra inflammation

Which of the following abbreviations and terms is NOT associated with the assessment in the SOAP method?

WDWN

What is the meaning of the root hydr/o

Water

What is the meaning of the prefix syn-?

With, together

Translate the root rhytid/o

Wrinkle

Translate the term rhytidermia as literally as possible

Wrinkled skin

The correct definition for BCC is

a cancerous tumor of basal skin cells

A review of systems is:

a description of individual body systems in order to discover any symptoms not directly related to the main problem.

An autograft is a skin transplant taken from

a different place on the patient's body

Read the excerpt from this note: I had the pleasure of seeing your patient in my clinic. As you know, Mr. Skein is a 39-year-old male with a chronic history of atopic dermatitis. His atopic dermatitis was well controlled with topical corticosteroids until 3 weeks ago, when he developed a new rash consisting of vesicles overlying the areas of xerosis on his extremities. He was initially diagnosed with impetigo and treated with topical antibiotic therapy. He returned in 1 week without any improvement and was put on oral antibiotics at that time. He has now come to my office for a second opinion.

a highly contagious bacterial infection of the skin.

What is the correct pronunciation for the term alopecia?

a-loh-PEE-sha

The diagnostic imaging process called magnetic resonance imaging is frequently called MRI. This is an example of a(n):

acronym

A patient concern that just started recently, or is a sudden onset, severe symptom, is called:

acute

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term adipocele?

adipo (fat) + cele (hernia) = hernia filled with fatty tissue

NOS and NEC are

all of these

When putting medical terms together, use a combining vowel

all of these

Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term anhidrosis.

an (no) + hidr (sweat) + osis (condition) = lack of sweating

A drug that relieves pain is called a(n):

analgesic.

Which of the following roots does NOT pertain to a bone?

ankyl/o

Identify and define the roots in the term ankylosing spondylitis

ankylo - stiff, bent; spondylo - vertebra

Your belly button is located on the ________________ part of your body.

anterior, medial

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term antipruritic?

anti (against) + pruritic (itching) = a drug that prevents or relieves itching

Identify and define the prefix in the term antigen

anti- against

A drug that opposes fever is called a(n):

antipyretic.

Identify and define the root in the term arthoscope

arthr/o- joint

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term arthrodesis?

arthro (joint) + desis (binding) = binding of a joint (surgical fixation of a joint)

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term arthrodysplasia?

arthro (joint) + dys (bad) + plasia (formation) = bad joint formation (abnormal joint development)

Read the following excerpt from Mrs. Goldman's health record: History of Present Illness: Mrs. Maureen Goldman presented to the orthopedic clinic with a chronic history of arthralgia. She has been previously diagnosed with osteoarthritis. She was initially treated with NSAIDs and an orthotic that helped for a time; however, Mrs. Goldman's condition worsened and was eventually treated with an intraarticular steroid injection. She reported improved pain and range of motion. The knee pain returned last year, however, and she was treated in our clinic with arthroscopic surgery. While it helped some, she reports it didn't completely get rid of her symptoms, and she returns today for evaluation. PMHx: Septic arthritis requiring hospitalization and IV antibiotics 4 years ago. Mrs. Goldman was treated at one time with what kind of surgery?

arthroscopic = arthro (joint) + scop (look) + ic (pertaining to) = surgery by visual examination of a joint

After a health care provider has gathered information from the patient and performed any necessary investigations, the health care provider then formulates a(n) ________________, which could be a diagnosis, identification of the problem, or a differential diagnosis.

assessment

ABCDE is a mnemonic device for remembering steps in analysis and means

asymmetry, border, color, diameter, evolving

Identify the correct pronunciation for the term onychotomy.

aw-ni-KAW-toh-mee

The inferior vena cava is also known as the posterior vena cava. From the terms inferior and posterior, one can say that this vein is ________________ the heart on the ________________ side.

below, back

Which is the correct breakdown and definition of the term bilateral?

bi (two) + lateral (out to the side) = both sides

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term bradykinesia into its component parts?

brady (slow) + kinesia (movement) = slow movement

Which of the following prefixes are opposites?

brady-, tachy-

Thinking of medical language as sentences to be translated instead of words to be memorized allows one to:

break down and understand new words.

Which of the following roots describes the small fluid-filled sac found near the body's joints?

burs/o

What is the root in the term tachycardia?

cardi

Identify and define the root in the term metacarpectomy.

carp - wrist

Which is the proper syllabic breakdown for the word catheter?

cath/e/ter

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term cervicodynia?

cervico (neck) + dynia (pain) = neck pain

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term chondroplasty?

chondro (cartilage) + plasty (reconstruction) = reconstruction of cartilage

Which of the following pairs of prefixes are synonyms that mean "around"?

circum-, peri-

The medical term for "black head" or "white head" (a hair follicle that is plugged with sebum) is:

comedo

When a person uses her left hand to reach to the right, she is showing ________________ movement.

contralateral

Identify and define the root(s) in the term craniosynostosis.

cranio - head, skull; ost - bone

Identify and define the root in the term subcutaneous

cutane/o- skin

An incision and drainage is a procedure that

cuts into a wound to allow trapped infected liquid to drain.

If a patient's infection is classified as malignant, it is

dangerous

Identify the correct pronunciation for the term decubitus ulcer.

deh-KYOO-bih-tus UL-sir

Identify the correct breakdown of the medical term dermatoscope into its component word parts.

dermato/scope

Which is the proper breakdown of the word parts in the term dialysis?

dia/lysis

A person with EAHF has

eczema, asthma, hay fever

Which of the following pairs of prefixes are synonyms that mean "in, inside"

en-, endo-

Identify the correct breakdown of the term epidermal into its component parts

epi/derm/al

A (n)______ is a word formed by including the name of the person who discovered or invented what is being described.

eponym

Identify and define the roots in the term erythroderma

erythro (red) + derma(skin)

Identify the correct breakdown of the medical term erythryocyanosis into its component word parts.

erythryo/cyan/osis

The cause is also called the

etiology

Identify and define the prefix in the term eugenic

eu- good

Which is the correct breakdown of the medical term exostosis into its component parts?

ex/ost/osis

Identify the correct pronunciation for the term fasciorrhaphy

fah-SHOR-ah-fee

Which of the following roots describes the fibrous connective tissue that binds muscles together?

fasci/o

A crack in the skin is called a(n)

fissure

A discharge summary will often have information regarding the recommended f/u, or ________________ for the patient.

follow up

The superior vena cava is a large-diameter, yet short, vein that carries deoxygenated blood from the body to the heart . It is located in the anterior right superior mediastinum. The correct definitions of anterior and superior are:

front, above

The correct definition for C&S is

growing microorganisms in isolation in order to determine which drugs it might respond to.

Read this patient's physical exam: Physical Exam: RR: 16; HR: 70; Temp: 98.6; BP: 110/60 Gen: Alert, oriented. CV: RRR, no murmurs. Resp: CTA. Musculoskeletal: Crepitation in right knee, decreased ROM. Mild effusion. Mild muscular atrophy of right quadriceps muscle compared to left. Labs: ESR normal, joint aspiration normal. X-ray: Subchondral cysts, subchondral sclerosis, joint space narrowing. According to the physical exam, this patient is NOT experiencing:

hardening of the joints.

What is the correct pronunciation for the term hemathidrosis?

heh-mat-ih-DROH-sis

Which is the correct breakdown of the medical term hemarthrosis into its component parts?

hem/arthr/osis

Which is the proper breakdown of the word parts in the term hemarthrosis?

hem/arthr/osis

Which root would be used in medical terms pertaining to blood?

hemat/o

Identify and define the prefix in the term heminephrectomy

hemi- half

If a patient's infection is classified as occult, it is

hidden

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term hidradenitis?

hidr(sweat) + aden (gland) + itis (inflammation) = inflammation of the sweat glands

Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term hidropoiesis

hidro (sweat) + poiesis (formation) = the formation of sweat

The story of the patient's problem is known as

history of present illness

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term hydrarthrosis?

hydr (water) + arthr (joint) + osis (condition) = water in a joint

Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term hyperkeratosis.

hyper (over) + kerat (horny) + osis (condition) = excessive growth of horny skin

Read the following excerpt from a patient's physical exam: Physical exam revealed a well-developed, well-nourished, fair-skinned male. His heart was regular in rate and rhythm. His lungs were clear. His mucous membranes were moist and pink. His skin exam was significant for papules of hyperkeratosis with surrounding erythema. A few of the lesions are hyperpigmented. He has larger patches on his scalp.

hyper (over) + kerat (horny) + osis (condition) and erythema (redness) = overly horny skin with surrounding redness

Identify and define the prefix in the term hypertrophic

hyper - over

Which of the following prefixes are opposites?

hyper-, hypo-

Which is the correct breakdown of the term hypohidrosis into its component parts?

hypo/hidr/osis

Which is the correct breakdown of the term hypopigmentation into its component parts?

hypo/pigment/ation

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term ichthyosis?

ichthy (scaly) + osis (condition) = a condition of the skin that is dry and scaly

When it comes to emphasizing the right syllable, the basic rule is

in most words, the emphasis usually falls on the third-to-last syllable

A systemic infection by definition

infects all or most of the body

When translating a medical term, one can usually figure out the definition by

interpreting the suffix first, then the prefix, and finally the root or roots.

ID is an abbreviation for

intradermal = intra(inside) + derm (skin) + itis (inflammation) = pertaining to inside the skin.

Which of the following is an accurate breakdown of the abbreviation IM?

intramuscular = intra (in, inside) + muscul/o (muscle) + ar (pertaining to) = inside a muscle

Identify and define the suffix in the term costochondritis

itis- inflammation

Identify and define the roots in the term leukoderma

leuko (white) + derma(skin)

If an infection stays in a certain part of the body, it is

localized

Read the following health record excerpt. Emergency Department Course: Miss Sweet arrived in the ED lethargic but responsive. Given her history and vomiting, we were concerned about diabetic ketoacidosis. The patient's finger stick blood sugar test result of 320 confirmed hyperglycemia, and a urinalysis revealed both glucosuria and ketonuria. An IV was started and labs were sent. Chemistry profile showed hypernatremia, hypokalemia, and acidemia. The pediatric intensive care team was contacted for transfer to the PICU. Disposition: Transfer to PICU. According to this excerpt, when Miss Sweet arrived at the ED, she was:

looked sick but was alert

If a patient is prone, he is

lying down on his belly

The medical term for a freckle is

macule, macula

Identify and define the suffix in the term cardiomalacia

malacia - abnormal softening

Medical language is necessary and useful because

medical professionals can communicate clearly and quickly with each other using a common language, and patients can be comforted and assured that the medical professional understands their symptoms and is in control of the diagnosis and treatment process.

Which is the correct breakdown of the medical term metatarsalgia into its component parts?

meta/tars/algia

A nevus is more commonly called a

mole

The risk for being sick is known as

morbidity

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term myasthenia?

my (muscle) + asthenia (weakness) = muscle weakness

Which of the following is NOT a root meaning "skin"?

my/o

Which of the following roots mean the same thing?

my/o and muscul/o

Which is the correct breakdown of the medical term myomectomy into its component parts?

my/om/ectomy

Identify the correct breakdown of the term mycodermatitis into its component parts

myco/dermat/itis

The roots onych/o and ungu/o both mean

nail

Identify and define the root in the term necrosis

necr/o- death

What is the root in the term polyneuropathy?

neuro

Identify the correct pronunciation for the underlined syllable inpneumothorax.

noo

A patient has unremarkable symptoms. Unremarkable is a medical term used to mean:

normal

The prefixes a- and an- both mean

not

Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term onychophagia.

onycho (nail) + phag (eat) + ia (condition) = nail biting or eating

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term osteochondritis?

osteo (bone) + chondr (cartilage) + itis (inflammation) = inflammation of the bone and cartilage

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term osteoporosis?

osteo (bone) + por (pore) + osis (condition) = bone pore condition (loss of bone density)

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term osteosclerosis?

osteo (bone) + scler (hardening) + osis (condition) = abnormal hardening of bone

Which is the correct breakdown of the medical term osteochondroma into its component parts?

osteo/chondr/oma

A disease in which the bones do not develop correctly, also known as brittle bone disease, is called:

osteogenesis imperfect.

The prefixes e-, ec-, and ex- all mean

out

Identify and define the roots in the term pachyderma

pachy (thick) + derma(skin)

Which of the following roots means thick?

pachy/o

The suffixes -algia and -dynia both mean

pain

During a patient exam, a medical professional may feel parts of the patient's body. This is called

palpation

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term paronychia?

par (around) + onych (nail) + ia (condition) = condition of the tissue around the nail

Read this excerpt from a patient's health record. PMHx Johnny's history is significant for tympanostomy tubes placed bilaterally when he was 2 years old. One tube left a persistent perforation in the tympanic membrane, so he had tympanoplasty at 3 years of age. He has not had any episodes of otitis media in the past 2 years. This is the patient's:

past medical history

Which root would be used in medical terms pertaining to suffering or disease?

path/o

The term pathogen comes from combining the roots path/o and gen/o. Which are the correct root and term definitions?

path/o (suffering, disease) + gen/o (generation, cause) = pathogen (generation/cause of the suffering/disease)

Which is the proper breakdown of the word parts in the term pathogenic?

patho/gen/ic

The following is an excerpt from a consult note. PMHx: CAD with PTCA in 20xx.Hypertension.Hypertriglyceridemia. Medications: Beta blocker, nitroglycerin prn, ASA, antilipidemic agent. Allergies: Penicillin. FHx: Brother deceased from an MI at 69 years of age. SHx: Patient does not smoke. He drinks 1-2 beers per week. Denies illicit drug use. He is married with two grown children and three grandchildren. This information is most accurately classified as:

patient history

Read the following health record excerpt: Emergency Department Course: Miss Sweet arrived in the ED lethargic, but responsive. Given her history and vomiting, we were concerned about diabetic ketoacidosis. The patient's finger stick blood sugar test result of 320 confirmed hyperglycemia, and a urinalysis revealed both glucosuria and ketonuria. An IV was started and labs were sent. Chemistry profile showed hypernatremia, hypokalemia, and acidemia. The pediatric intensive care team was contacted for transfer to the PICU. Disposition: Transfer to PICU. According to this excerpt, Miss Sweet was transferred to the:

pediatric intensive care unit.

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term percutaneous?

per (through) + cutane (skin) + ous (pertaining to) = pertaining to through the skin

Which of the following root pairs both mean hair?

pil/o, trich/o

The course of action consistent with a health care provider's assessment is known as a(n):

plan

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term polydactyly?

poly (many) + dactyl (finger) + y (condition) = having more than the normal number of fingers

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term polymyositis?

poly (many) + myos (muscle) + itis (inflammation) = inflammation of many muscles

Which is the proper breakdown of the word parts in the term polyneuropathy?

poly/neuro/pathy

A PACU is a(n)

postanesthesia care unit

Prophylaxis refers to

preventative treatment.

PCP refers to the

primary care provider

If a patient's symptoms or disease is becoming more and more severe, evident, etc. each day, it is known as:

progressive

PERRLA means

pupils are equal, round, and reactive to light and accommodation

Identify and define the root in the term pyemia

py- pus

An EMG is most properly defined as a:

record of the electrical activity of a muscle

A medicine administered PR is given in the

rectum

A symptom that a patient has again and that continues to get worse is called

recurrent; degenerate

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term rhytidoplasty?

rhytido (wrinkle) + plasty (reconstruction) = reconstruction of wrinkled skin

Identify and define the suffix in the term dysmenorrhea

rrhea- flow

A scan of the body divides the body in slices from left to right

sagittal

A cicatrix is more commonly called a

scar

Identify the correct breakdown of the term scleronychia into its component parts

scler/onych/ia

Which of the following roots does NOT refer to a color?

seb/o

The root enter/o means

small intestine

The abnormal narrowing of the spine is called:

spinal stenosis.

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term spondyloarthropathy?

spondlyo (vertebra) + arthro (joint) + pathy (disease) = joint disease of the vertebrae

Identify and define the root(s) in the term spondyloarthropathy

spondylo - vertebra

Break the medical term spondylodynia into its component parts

spondylo/dynia

Which is the correct breakdown of the medical term spondylolysis into its component parts?

spondylo/lysis

The slipping or dislocation of a vertebra is known as:

spondylolisthesis.

SCC is an abbreviation for

squamous cell carcinoma

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term steatoma?

steat (fat) + oma (tumor) = fatty tumor

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term sternotomy?

stern (sternum) + otomy (incision) = incision into the sternum

Identify and define the suffix in the term craniostomy

stomy - creation of an opening

This patient's x-ray revealed "subchondral cysts, subchondral sclerosis, joint space narrowing": Physical Exam: RR: 16; HR: 70; Temp: 98.6; BP: 110/60 Gen: Alert, oriented. CV: RRR, no murmurs. Resp: CTA. Musculoskeletal: Crepitation in right knee, decreased ROM. Mild effusion. Mild muscular atrophy of right quadriceps muscle compared to left. Labs: ESR normal, joint aspiration normal. X-ray: Subchondral cysts, subchondral sclerosis, joint space narrowing. Which is the correct translation of "subchondral sclerosis"?

sub (beneath) + chondr (cartilage) + al (pertaining to) + sclerosis (hardening condition) = hardening condition beneath the cartilage

Which of the following is an accurate breakdown of the abbreviation SC?

subcutaneous = sub (beneath) + cutane/o (skin) = beneath the skin

The first part of most medical notes that includes such information as medical history, duration and quality of the problem, and any exacerbating or relieving factors for that problem is known as the:

subjective

A partial dislocation of a joint is known as a(n):

subluxation.

In order for the medical professional to perform a physical examination, he asked the patient to lie down on his back. The patient is lying ________________.

supine

In order to treat the symptoms and make the patient feel better, a medical professional may recommend:

supportive care

A patient with urticaria is experiencing

swollen, raised itchy areas of the skin

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term tarsectomy?

tars (ankle) + ectomy (removal) = removal of all or part of an ankle

Which of the following roots refers to arrangement, order, coordination?

tax/o

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term tenorrhaphy?

teno (tendon) + rrhaphy (suture) = suture of a tendon

When a medical professional gives a prognosis, he is indicating:

the chances for things getting better or worse.

A telangiectasiaor spider angioma is

the overexpansion of the end of a blood vessel

As part of a patient's treatment plan, she was admitted to the hospital for observation. This means:

the patient will be in the hospital so that medical professionals can watch, or keep an eye on, her.

When putting medical terms together, do NOT use a combining vowel

to join a root to a suffix that begins with a vowel

Identify and define the prefix in the term transdermal

trans- across

TD is an abbreviation for

transdermal = trans (through) + derm(skin) + al (pertaining to) = pertaining to through the skin.

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term trichomycosis?

tricho (hair) + myc (fungus) + osis (condition) = fungal condition of the hair

Identify the correct pronunciation for the underlined syllable inpterygium.

tuh

A medication prescribed BID is taken

twice a day

A verucca is more commonly called a

wart

In the following health record, the patient's disposition is noted. Emergency Department Course: Miss Sweet arrived in the ED lethargic but responsive. Given her history and vomiting, we were concerned about diabetic ketoacidosis. The patient's finger stick blood sugar test result of 320 confirmed hyperglycemia, and a urinalysis revealed both glucosuria and ketonuria. An IV was started and labs were sent. Chemistry profile showed hypernatremia, hypokalemia, and acidemia. The pediatric intensive care team was contacted for transfer to the PICU. Disposition: Transfer to PICU. The correct definition for disposition in this context is:

what happened to the patient at the end of the visit

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term xanthoma?

xanth (yellow) + oma (tumor) = yellow tumor

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term xanthosis?

xanth (yellow) + osis (condition) = yellow skin condition

Identify and define the roots in the term xanthoderma

xantho (yellow) + derma(skin)

Identify and define the roots in the term xeroderma

xero (dry) + derma(skin)