Question 1

The suffix '-ectomy' in medical terminology means:

Accepted Answer

-ectomy means removal (e.g., appendectomy). -itis means inflammation. -plasty means repair. -ostomy means creating an opening.

Question 2

Which surgical procedure involves the removal of the gallbladder?

Accepted Answer

Chole- refers to bile/gall, -cyst- refers to bladder/sac. Cholecystectomy is the removal of the gallbladder.

Question 3

The long shaft of a long bone (like the femur) is called the:

Accepted Answer

The diaphysis is the main midsection (shaft) of a long bone. The epiphysis is the rounded end.

Question 4

Instruments used for a 'Craniotomy' would be used on which part of the body?

Accepted Answer

Crani- refers to the cranium (skull). A craniotomy is creating an opening in the skull to access the brain.

Question 5

Which body system is responsible for circulating blood throughout the body?

Accepted Answer

The cardiovascular system (heart and blood vessels) pumps and circulates blood.

Question 6

The prefix 'Hyper-' means:

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Hyper- means above/high (e.g., Hypertension). Hypo- means below/low.

Question 7

A 'Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy' involves the removal of:

Accepted Answer

Bilateral (both sides), Salpingo (tubes), Oophor (ovaries), ectomy (removal).

Question 8

Which connective tissue connects bone to bone?

Accepted Answer

Ligaments connect bone to bone (providing stability). Tendons connect muscle to bone (providing movement).

Question 9

The term 'Arthroscopy' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Arthro- (joint) + -scopy (visual examination).

Question 10

Which organ is the primary filter of the blood, removing waste products to form urine?

Accepted Answer

The kidneys filter blood and produce urine. Nephrectomy instruments are used for kidney removal.

Question 11

The 'distal' end of an instrument is:

Accepted Answer

Distal means 'distant' or furthest away from the point of attachment (the hand). Proximal is closest to the hand.

Question 12

A 'Thoracotomy' tray would contain instruments used for surgery on the:

Accepted Answer

Thoraco- refers to the thorax (chest). A thoracotomy is an incision into the chest cavity.

Question 13

Which system controls body activities through electrical impulses?

Accepted Answer

The nervous system (brain, spinal cord, nerves) uses electrical signals to control the body.

Question 14

The term 'Septoplasty' involves repair of the:

Accepted Answer

Septo- refers to a wall or partition, commonly the nasal septum. -plasty is repair.

Question 15

The largest organ in the human body, which protects against infection and regulates temperature, is the:

Accepted Answer

The skin is the largest organ and the first line of defense against infection.

Question 16

What type of tissue covers the body surface and lines internal organs?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue forms protective layers (skin) and linings (mucous membranes).

Question 17

A 'Total Hip Arthroplasty' involves replacing which two components?

Accepted Answer

A total hip involves replacing the ball (femoral head) and the socket (acetabulum) of the hip joint.

Question 18

The prefix 'Para-' typically means:

Accepted Answer

Para- means beside, near, or abnormal (e.g., Paramedic, Parathyroid).

Question 19

Which organ secretes insulin and digestive enzymes?

Accepted Answer

The pancreas has both endocrine (insulin) and exocrine (digestive enzyme) functions.

Question 20

An 'ORIF' procedure stands for:

Accepted Answer

ORIF is a common orthopedic surgery to fix broken bones using plates and screws (Internal Fixation) after opening the site (Open Reduction).

Question 21

The 'Alimentary Canal' refers to the:

Accepted Answer

Alimentary refers to nutrition/digestion. It is the pathway food travels.

Question 22

The root word 'Hyster' relates to the:

Accepted Answer

Hyster- means uterus (e.g., Hysteroscopy, Hysterectomy).

Question 23

Which surgery would require a 'Myringotomy' knife?

Accepted Answer

Myringo- refers to the tympanic membrane (eardrum). A myringotomy is an incision to relieve pressure/drain fluid.

Question 24

Pathogens are:

Accepted Answer

Patho- (disease) + -gen (producer). Pathogens are germs that cause disease.

Question 25

The 'Femur' is located in the:

Accepted Answer

The femur is the thigh bone, the longest and strongest bone in the body.

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