Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) Practice Exam

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What does the root "derm/o" represent?

Cell
Skin
Fetus
Cancerous

The correct answer is: Skin

The root "derm/o" refers to skin. This term comes from the Greek word "derma," which means skin. It is commonly used in medical terminology to create various words related to skin conditions, treatments, and anatomy, such as dermatology (the study of skin), dermatitis (inflammation of the skin), and epidermis (the outer layer of skin). Understanding this root is essential for anyone working in the healthcare field, particularly in roles related to patient care, examinations, and treatments involving the skin. The other options relate to different biological structures and conditions. The term for "cell" typically uses the root "cyt/o," while "fetus" is derived from the Latin word "fetus" or the root "fet/o." "Cancerous" is often associated with the terms "onc/o" for tumor or cancer. Each of these specific roots highlights unique aspects of medical vocabulary, distinguishing them from the more general term that "derm/o" conveys regarding skin.