Question 1

Which of the following best describes the primary focus of a medical terminology course as outlined in the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

A practical application of a medical vocabulary system, including structure, recognition, analysis, definition, spelling, pronunciation, and combination of medical terms from prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining forms.

Question 2

If a student needs to contact the instructor regarding a grade dispute, which method is recommended according to the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

Contact the instructor via email using the official Dallas College email address.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a state-defined learning outcome for the Medical Terminology course?

Accepted Answer

Memorize all medical terms without understanding their meaning.

Question 4

A student is asked to identify and define medical prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms. Which instructor-defined learning outcome does this task address?

Accepted Answer

Identify and define roots, combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes that are used to create medical terms.

Question 5

Which of the following scenarios would be considered academic dishonesty according to the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

Using unauthorized resources during an exam.

Question 6

A student with a documented disability requests accommodations. What is the correct procedure according to the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

The student must provide documentation from a qualified professional and request accommodations through the college's disability services office.

Question 7

Which of the following is a required course material for the Medical Terminology class?

Accepted Answer

MyLab Medical Terminology with Pearson eText for Medical Terminology for Healthcare Professionals.

Question 8

A student is preparing for the midterm exam. What technology requirement must they meet according to the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

Use of Respondus LockDown Browser and a webcam.

Question 9

Which of the following best describes the grading breakdown for the course?

Accepted Answer

Grades are determined by chapter quizzes, a midterm exam, and a final exam, each with specific weightings.

Question 10

A student misses an assignment deadline due to a technical issue. According to the syllabus, what is the policy regarding late work?

Accepted Answer

Late work is not accepted, and excuses such as technical issues are not valid.

Question 11

Which of the following is a correct example of a combining form used in medical terminology?

Accepted Answer

cardi/o

Question 12

If a student is asked to analyze the term 'osteoporosis,' which of the following is the correct breakdown of its components?

Accepted Answer

$$oste/o ($$bone) + $$porosis ($$condition of pores)

Question 13

Which prefix means 'below' or 'under' in medical terminology?

Accepted Answer

hypo-

Question 14

A patient is diagnosed with 'tachycardia.' What does this term mean?

Accepted Answer

Fast heart rate

Question 15

Which suffix is used to indicate 'inflammation' in medical terms?

Accepted Answer

-itis

Question 16

A student is asked to construct a medical term meaning 'surgical removal of the appendix.' Which is the correct term?

Accepted Answer

Appendectomy

Question 17

Which of the following is the correct definition of the term 'hepatomegaly'?

Accepted Answer

Enlargement of the liver

Question 18

A student is asked to apply medical terminology to interpret a case study involving the cardiovascular system. Which term would best describe a condition of high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Hypertension

Question 19

Which combining form would be used to construct a term related to the skin?

Accepted Answer

derm/o

Question 20

A student is asked to evaluate a medical term for a condition involving the kidneys. Which term correctly refers to inflammation of the kidney?

Accepted Answer

Nephritis

Medical Terminology MDCA-1313 Syllabus and Course Overview

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