When you build a medical word that means "condition (of being) without sensation or feeling," you would use all of the following word parts EXCEPT ________
A) trans-
B) esthes/o-
C) -ia
D) an-
A
Explanation: A) Correct! Trans- means "across; through."
B) This means "feeling; sensation."
C) This means "condition."
D) This means "not; without."
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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A) raloxifene B) calcitonin-salmon C) risedronate D) alendronate
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A) diuretic B) depressant C) stimulant D) None of the answers are correct.
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A) choose lean meat and skim milk. B) walk and take the stairs whenever possible. C) not drink bottled water. D) limit your intake of raw vegetables.