Healthcare vocabulary (entrance exams) worksheet with answers

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1.Easy

Choose the meaning of the word in bold: “The deep cut needed six sutures.”

  1. ASplints
  2. BBandages
  3. CStitches
  4. DOintments
2.Easy

What does the prefix infra- mean, as in “infraorbital”?

  1. AAround
  2. BInside
  3. CBelow
  4. DAbove
3.Easy

Choose the meaning of the word in bold: “Fluids are vital after heavy sweating.”

  1. AOptional
  2. BExpensive
  3. CEssential
  4. DHarmful
4.Medium

Choose the meaning of the word in bold: “It was evident that the patient was in pain.”

  1. ASurprising or unexpected
  2. BHidden or concealed
  3. CDoubtful or uncertain
  4. DClear or obvious
5.Medium

Choose the meaning of the word in bold: “Poor eyesight can be a barrier to reading labels.”

  1. AHelp
  2. BSign
  3. CObstacle
  4. DCure
6.Medium

Choose the meaning of the word in bold: “The new barcode system will enhance medication safety.”

  1. AMeasure exactly
  2. BSlow down
  3. CReplace completely
  4. DImprove
7.Hard

Which word is closest in meaning to ameliorate?

  1. AMeasure
  2. BPostpone
  3. CImprove
  4. DDamage
8.Hard

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: “The disease was found on a routine check because the patient was ___ and felt perfectly well.”

  1. Asymptomatic
  2. Basymptomatic
  3. Cfebrile
  4. Ddisoriented

Answer key

  1. 1. C · Stitches
  2. 2. C · Below
  3. 3. C · Essential
  4. 4. D · Clear or obvious
  5. 5. C · Obstacle
  6. 6. D · Improve
  7. 7. C · Improve
  8. 8. B · asymptomatic

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