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What is the purpose of a medical root in a term?

The root provides the meaning of the word.

How is a combining form created in medical terminology?

A root plus a combining vowel creates a combining form.

What do prefixes do in medical terms?

Prefixes expand the meaning of medical terms.

What does the suffix '-logy' signify in a medical term?

Study of a subject, as in 'Pulmonology' which is the study of the lung.

What is the plural form of 'axilla'?

Axillae.

What is indicated by the prefix 'peri-' in medical terminology?

Around; as in 'perinatal', meaning around the time of birth.

What does 'hypogastric' refer to in medical terminology?

Below the stomach; formed from 'hypo-' (below) + 'gastr-' (stomach) + '-ic' (pertaining to).

What is the difference between 'ilium' and 'ileum'?

The ilium is a bone in the pelvis while the ileum is a segment of the small intestine; both are pronounced the same.

Why is correct pronunciation of medical terms important?

It's essential for ensuring patient safety and understanding among health professionals.

Define the suffix '-pathy'.

Refers to a disease or disorder, as in 'cardiomyopathy' which means disease of the heart muscle.

What does 'pneumonia' mean in terms of roots and suffixes?

It refers to a condition (suffix '-ia') of the lung (root 'pneum-').

What is the key outcome of being precise in medical communication?

Preventing errors in patient care and ensuring patient safety.