Word Parts Learning medical terminology is much easier
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Word Parts Learning medical terminology is much easier once you understand how word parts work together to form medical terms
Types of Word Parts n n Three types of word parts may be used to create medical terms. Wood roots contain the basic meaning of the term. q n Usually, but not always, indicate the involved body part. Suffixes usually, but not always, indicate a procedure, condition, disorder, or disease. q A suffix is always at the end of a word.
Word Parts n Prefixes, usually, but not always, indicate location, time , number, or status. q n A prefix always comes at the beginning of a word. Combining vowels are needed between word root and suffix to make the medical term easier to pronounce.
Word Part Guidelines n A word root cannot stand alone. A suffix must be added to complete the term. n When a prefix is necessary, it is always placed at the beginning of the word.
Combining Vowel Guidelines n n A combining vowel is used when the suffix begins with a consonant. A combining vowel is not used when the suffix begins with a vowel (a, e, i, o, u) A combining vowel is always used when two or more root words are joined. A prefix does not require a combining vowel.
Suffix n Suffix is a group of syllables attached to the end of a word n Suffix is attached to the root of the word n When pronouncing a word generally you will begin with the meaning of the suffix and then to the prefix and root
Suffix Examples n n n n Algia Al, ic, ous Ology Ologist pathy scope itis trophy
Prefix n Prefix attaches to the beginning of the word and combines with the root n Prefixes like suffixes can have more than one meaning which can alter the meaning of the word
Prefix Examples n n n n A An Epi, sub Dys Micro Bi, tri Pre/post hyper/hypo
Word Roots n Word roots act as the foundation of most medical terms. n Word roots usually, but not always, describe the part of the body that is involved.
Word Root Examples n n n n Cardi Hepat Gastr Cyan Leuk Lith nephr
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