Medical Terminology
What is the prefix meaning: Deficient or decreased
-Hypo
Treats injuries, growths and infections related to skin, hair and nails
Dermatologist
4 years of undergrad, 4 year degree plus 4-8 year residency
MD
Sphygmomanometer
The voice box
Larynx
What is a suffix meaning: surgical removal
-ectomy
Specializes in development and care of children from birth to maturity
Pediatrics
Masters or doctorate degree, can practice autonomously or under an MD
FNP or DNP
Something that can record a heart rhythm
EKG or ECG
Chest area
Thoracic
What is the suffix meaning for abnormal narrowing
-stenosis
The study of blood and blood-forming tissues
Hematology
Masters degree, under the supervision of a physician. Can't practice autonomously
PA
Instrument that is used to examine inside of the ear
Otoscope
This organ filters blood, urine and medication
Kidney
What is the study of all aspects of disease
Pathology
Radiology
Masters or doctorate, can be autonomous in some states, can be inpatient or outpatient and assists with pregnant woman
Certified nurse midwife
A tube that allows nutrition to get to a patient if the patient can't physically eat
A feeding tube, Peg tube, G-tube
This is the biggest joint in your body and contains cartilage, ligaments, muscles and nerves
Knee
What is the prefix meaning: good, normal, well
-Eu
Providers who treat adult patients skilled in diagnosis and treatment of non-surgical problems
Internal medicine
Masters or doctorate degree, under MD supervision, works in the OR
CRNA
A device used on top of the skin to look at tissue and organs
Small organ on the left side of abdomen that is part of the lymphatic system and if lacerated or bursts can cause death from blood loss
Spleen