Define the following term: -graphy/graph

Process of recording or instrument for recording

Define the following term: -ology/ologist

Study of / specialist in the study of

Define the following term: -ostomy

Surgical creation of an opening

Surgical removal of a body part

Define the following term: -scopy/scopic

Visual examination / pertaining to visual examination

Surgical removal / pertaining to surgical removal

Inflammation / pertaining to inflammation

Define the following term: abdominal cavity

The body cavity that contains the major organs of digestion.

The cavity that houses the lungs and heart.

The space within the skull that contains the brain.

The cavity that contains the urinary bladder and reproductive organs.

Define the following term: abdominal quadrants

The four divisions of the abdomen used to pinpoint the location of pain or injury.

The four chambers of the heart responsible for blood circulation.

The four main muscles of the abdominal wall.

The four types of digestive enzymes found in the stomach.

Define the following term: anatomical position

The standard position in which the body is standing, facing forward, arms at the sides, and palms forward.

A position where the body is lying face down with arms above the head.

A sitting position with legs crossed and hands on knees.

A position where the body is standing on one leg with arms raised.

Define the following term: anatomy

The study of the structure of the body.

The study of chemical reactions in the body.

Define the following term: anterior

Front of the body or body part.

Define the following term: diaphragm

A muscle that separates the thoracic and abdominal cavities and is important for breathing.

A bone that connects the ribs to the sternum.

A gland that produces digestive enzymes.

A blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood to the heart.

The standard anatomical position is described as:

Standing upright, facing forward, arms at the sides with palms facing forward.

Sitting with legs crossed and hands on knees.

Lying flat on the back with arms above the head.

Standing on one leg with arms raised.

The four major body cavities are:

Cranial, thoracic, abdominal, pelvic

Cranial, spinal, thoracic, dorsal

Thoracic, abdominal, vertebral, cranial

Pelvic, dorsal, ventral, cranial

The anatomy contained in each of the body cavities includes which of the following?

Cranial cavity contains the brain, thoracic cavity contains the heart and lungs, abdominal cavity contains digestive organs, pelvic cavity contains reproductive organs.

Cranial cavity contains the lungs, thoracic cavity contains the liver, abdominal cavity contains the heart, pelvic cavity contains the kidneys.

Cranial cavity contains the stomach, thoracic cavity contains the intestines, abdominal cavity contains the heart, pelvic cavity contains the lungs.

Cranial cavity contains the kidneys, thoracic cavity contains the spleen, abdominal cavity contains the lungs, pelvic cavity contains the brain.

The anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system involve:

the heart, blood vessels, and blood working together to transport nutrients, gases (O2 & CO2), and wastes throughout the body.

the lungs exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide with the environment.

the kidneys filtering blood to remove waste products and excess fluids.

the digestive system breaking down food and absorbing nutrients.

The musculoskeletal system consists of which of the following components and what is its primary function?

Bones, muscles, and joints; provide support, movement, and protection for the body.

Heart, lungs, and blood vessels; circulates blood and oxygen.

Skin, hair, and nails; protects the body from external damage.

Brain, spinal cord, and nerves; controls body functions.

The nervous system consists of which main parts and what is its primary function?

Brain and spinal cord; controls and coordinates body activities

Heart and lungs; circulates blood and oxygen

Bones and muscles; provides structure and movement

Stomach and intestines; digests food

The digestive system consists of organs that break down food and absorb nutrients. Which of the following best describes its main function?

To break down food and absorb nutrients

To pump blood throughout the body

The anatomy and function of the reproductive system involve:

organs and processes for producing offspring

digesting food and absorbing nutrients

filtering blood and producing urine

pumping blood throughout the body

The urinary system consists of which organs and what is its primary function?

Kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra; removes waste from the body and regulates fluid balance

Lungs, heart, liver, stomach; helps in digestion

Bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments; supports movement

Skin, hair, nails, glands; protects the body

The anatomy and function of the skin can be described as:

The skin consists of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous layers, and functions as protection, sensation, and temperature regulation.

The skin is made only of muscle tissue and is responsible for blood circulation.

The skin is composed of bone and cartilage and provides structural support to the body.

The skin is a single layer that only serves as a waterproof barrier.

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Define the following term: Arterio-

Arteries or related to arteries

Veins or related to veins

Capillaries or related to capillaries

Nerves or related to nerves

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Define the following term: Brady-

Slow

Fast

Large

Short

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Define the following term: Cardio-

Heart

Liver

Brain

Lung

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Define the following term: Hemo-

Blood

Liver

Heart

Bone

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Define the following term: Hyper-

Above normal, excessive

Below normal, deficient

Normal, average

Slow, reduced

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Define the following term: Hypo-

Below normal, deficient

Above normal, excessive

Normal, balanced

Rapid, fast

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Define the following term: Naso-

Nose

Ear

Mouth

Eye

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Medical Terminology and Anatomy Worksheet

Define the following term: Arterio-

Define the following term: Brady-

Define the following term: Cardio-

Define the following term: Hemo-

Define the following term: Hyper-

Define the following term: Hypo-

Define the following term: Naso-

Define the following term: Neuro-

Define the following term: Oro-

Define the following term: Tachy-

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