WGU C804 HIM 2150 Medical Terminology FA READINESS EXAM Q & S 2026/2027

WGU C804 HIM 2150 Medical Terminology FA READINESS EXAM Q & S 2026/2027

1. Multiple Choice: Which term describes the surgical
removal of the gallbladder?
 a) Nephrectomy
 b) Cholecystectomy
 c) Colectomy
 d) Gastrectomy
 Correct Answer: b) Cholecystectomy
 Rationale: The term 'cholecystectomy' specifically refers
to the surgical removal of the gallbladder, whereas
'nephrectomy' refers to kidney removal, 'colectomy' to colon
removal, and 'gastrectomy' to stomach removal.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The medical term for inflammation of the
liver is _________.
 Correct Answer: Hepatitis
 Rationale: 'Hepatitis' is derived from 'hepat,' meaning
liver, and '-itis,' indicating inflammation.
3. True/False: 'Tachycardia' refers to a slower-than-normal
heart rate.
 Correct Answer: False
 Rationale: 'Tachycardia' actually refers to a faster-thannormal heart rate. A slower-than-normal heart rate is
referred to as 'bradycardia.'
4. Multiple Response: Select all the terms that apply to the
layers of the heart wall.
 a) Myocardium
 b) Endocardium
 c) Pericardium
 d) Epicardium