Break down the medical word into its word parts, and give the meaning of each word part. Then, give the definition of the medical word.
Psychosis
Definition:
Combining form and definition:
Suffix and definition:
Definition: A condition of the mind; generally used to characterize patients with mental health disorders that display abnormal behaviors and mental processes
Combining form and definition: psych/o, “mind” Suffix and definition: -osis, “condition of”
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The hip joint:
A) exhibits complete contact between the head of the femur and acetabulum during normal standing. B) is strongly supported by the ligament of the head of the femur. C) is supported anteriorly and superiorly by the iliofemoral ligament, which prevents hyperextension. D) is supported posteriorly by the pubofemoral ligament, which prevents over-abduction. E) can be rotated more strongly medially than laterally.
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Long-term effects of chronic alcohol use are usually limited to the liver and digestive system. 2. Alcohol use increases the risk of osteoporosis. 3. Drunk drivers typically drive slowly in the right lane. 4. "Fatty liver" occurs after several years of heavy alcohol consumption. 5. Cirrhosis is an alcohol-induced condition characterized by destruction of digestive enzymes.
A medical term that means pertaining to the cornea is ________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The SOAP note containing the diagnosis is which part of the note record?
A) the patient's report of symptoms B) the health professional's observations C) a plan of care D) assessment