Medical Terminology for Health Professions, Spiral bound Version (MindTap Course List)
Medical Terminology for Health Professions, Spiral bound Version (MindTap Course List)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9781305634350
Author: Ann Ehrlich, Carol L. Schroeder, Laura Ehrlich, Katrina A. Schroeder
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 8, Problem 1LE

Write the correct answer in the middle column.

Definition Correct Answer Possible Answers
anus _____________________ chol/e
bile, gall _____________________ an/o
large intestine _____________________ col/o
swallowing _____________________ enter/o
small intestine _____________________ -phagia
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Summary Introduction

To determine:

The term that describes “anus.”

Introduction:

Medical terminology is defined as the collection of words and terms that are related to the human body. The primary use of medical terminology is in the field of pharmacy and medicines.

Answer to Problem 1LE

Correct answer:

anus: an/o

Explanation of Solution

The anus is the lower opening of the digestive tract. The waste product of the body is excreted out through the anus. The flow of waste is controlled by the internal anal sphincter and the external anal sphincter. The term an/o refers to the anus.

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Medical Terminology for Health Professions, Spiral bound Version (MindTap Course List)

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