What is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term underlined in the health record below? SubjectiveReason for Consult: Jaundice, RUQ pain. History of Present Illness: Ms. Renata Mendel is a 22-year-old woman well known to the gastroenterology service. She was initially diagnosed with ulcerative colitis 2 years previously. She had presented to her primary care provider at the time with a history of recurring bloody stools and constipation. The symptoms progressed to include fatigue and purulent rectal discharge, and she was referred to our clinic.
A. gastro (abdomen) + entero (intestines) + logy (study) = study of the abdomen and intestines
B. gastro (stomach) + entero (internal organs) + logy (study) = study of the stomach and internal organs
C. gastro (abdomen) + entero (stomach) + logy (study) = study of the abdomen and stomach
D. gastro (stomach) + entero (intestines) + logy (study) = study of the stomach and intestines
Answer: D
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