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In bright light, the muscles of the iris contract, reducing the size of the pupil in order to keep too much light from entering the eye. This process is called ________.
 
  A) mydriasis
  B) myopia
  C) miosis
  D) macula

Question 2

Mrs. L seems embarrassed to explain why she came to the clinic today. Finally, she says, Nurse, I just can't hold my water. For no reason at all, or especially if I cough, sometimes I just pee on myself.
 
   What medical term will the nurse write as Mrs. L's symptom? A) incontinence
  B) incompetence
  C) cystitis
  D) nocturia


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) The combining form mi/o- means narrowing, as the pupil decreases in size.
B) The combining form mi/o- means narrowing, as the pupil decreases in size.
C) Correct The combining form mi/o- means narrowing, as the pupil decreases in size.
D) The combining form mi/o- means narrowing, as the pupil decreases in size.

Answer to Question 2

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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