Medical Terminology: Classification of Word Parts

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What is the classification word part 'an-' in 'anorexiant' most likely to mean?

Without

What is the purpose of an antiemetic medication?

Treats nausea and vomiting

Which medication is used to control diarrhea?

Loperamide

Which condition is treated with herpes antivirals?

<p>Herpes simplex infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do H2-receptor antagonists primarily treat?

<p>Gastroesophageal reflux disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

From which language does the term 'laxative' originate?

<p>Latin</p> Signup and view all the answers

In medical terms, what does 'BS' commonly refer to?

<p>Blood sugar</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ALT' stand for in medical abbreviations?

<p>Alanine transaminase</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which abbreviation stands for the common bile duct?

<p>CBD</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'GERD' stand for in medical terminology?

<p>Gastroesophageal reflux disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'HAV' represent in the context of medical abbreviations?

<p>Hepatitis A virus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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