Medical Terminology: Classification of Word Parts
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What is the classification word part 'an-' in 'anorexiant' most likely to mean?

  • Without (correct)
  • Pertaining to
  • With
  • Against
  • What is the purpose of an antiemetic medication?

  • Treats constipation
  • Stimulates bowel movement
  • Neutralizes stomach acids
  • Treats nausea and vomiting (correct)
  • Which medication is used to control diarrhea?

  • Calcium carbonate
  • Loperamide (correct)
  • Valacyclovir
  • Prochlorperazine
  • 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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