HLT 106 - Midterm Study Guide (Chapters 1-10)

A collection of vocabulary flashcards derived from the HLT 106 Midterm Study Guide covering essential medical terminology related to Chapters 1-10.

Word Root

The basic meaning of a medical term.

Prefix

A word part that modifies the meaning of the root, indicating speed, location, or amount.

Suffix

A word part that describes conditions or procedures.

Sagittal Plane

Divides the body into right and left sections.

Coronal Plane

Divides the body into front and back sections.

Transverse Plane

Divides the body into upper and lower sections.

Anterior

The front of the body.

Posterior

The back of the body.

Superior

Above or higher than another structure.

Inferior

Below or lower than another structure.

Medial

Toward the midline of the body.

Lateral

Away from the midline of the body.

Proximal

Closer to the point of attachment.

Distal

Farther from the point of attachment.

Hypertension

High blood pressure.

Thrombus

A blood clot.

Angioplasty

Balloon opening of a vessel.

Cardiomegaly

Enlarged heart.

Bronchoscopy

Visual examination of the bronchi.

Dyspnea

Difficulty breathing.

Polyuria

Frequent urination.

Nephrologist

A kidney specialist.

Hysterectomy

Surgical removal of the uterus.

Carcinoma

A malignant tumor.

Lumpectomy

Removal of a lump or tumor.

Phlebotomy

Incision into a vein or drawing blood.

Echocardiogram

An ultrasound of the heart.

Alveolus

The plural form is alveoli.

Branchus

The plural form is bronchi.

Cortex

The plural form is cortices.

Phlebotomist

A healthcare worker trained to draw blood from patients.

Nephrologist

A medical specialist who treats kidney conditions.

Spirometer

A device used to measure lung volumes and respiratory function.

Stethoscope

A tool used to listen to heart, lung, and bowel sounds.

Otoscope/Ophthalmoscope

Instruments used to examine the ear or eyes.