A medical term that means pertaining to under the skin is ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Answer: subcutaneous; hypodermic

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A) Free receptor sites B) Stimulate production C) Prevent accumulation D) Absorb metabolic waste

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The combining form orchi/o- means ________

A) "orchid" B) "penis" C) "scrotum" D) "testicle; testis"

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The patient has a large reddish purple area on her arm. This is documented as:

A. Purpura B. Rosacea C. Ecchymosis D. Petechiae

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What type of posture is most likely to put up social barriers and make you appear defensive or uninterested??

A) ?sitting down B) ?hand gestures C) ?nodding head D) ?eye contact E) ?arms crossed on chest

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