Author Question: In an inguinal hernia the intestine protrudes through the diaphragm. Indicate whether the ... (Read 106 times)

rachel9

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In an inguinal hernia the intestine protrudes through the diaphragm.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

The root in gynecomastia means:
 
  A) female.
  B) condition of.
  C) breast.
  D) upon.


micaelaswann

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Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: In an inguinal hernia the intestine protrudes through the inguinal canal. In a hiatal hernia the intestine protrudes through the diaphragm.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation:
A) The combining form gynec/o means female.
B) The suffix -ia means condition of.
C) Correct.
D) The prefix epi- means upon.



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