Medical Terminology Simplified

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Integumentary System Chapter Review • CHAPTER 3 101

Word Elements Chapter Review


This review provides a verification of your knowledge of the word elements covered in this chapter. Write the
meaning of the word element in the space provided. To reinforce your understanding of the word parts that
comprise a medical term, each word element is identified as a prefix (P), word root (WR), combining form (CF),
or suffix (S). The first word is completed for you.


Medical Term Word Elements Meaning


  1. adipocele adip/o (CF) fat


-cele (S) hernia, swelling


  1. anhidrosis

  2. cryotherapy

  3. dermatomycosis


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