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imanialler

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The prefix super- means above and:
 
  A) in front of.
  B) away from.
  C) upper.
  D) large.

Question 2

If subacute literally means below sharp, then a subacute infection would be:
 
  A) the same as a chronic infection.
  B) one that is easily treatable.
  C) less immediate than an acute infection.
  D) one that reoccurs frequently.


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kristenb95

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

C
Explanation: A) The prefix for in front of is pre- or pro-.
B) The prefix for away from is ab-, ex-, or exo-.
C) Correct.
D) The prefix for large is mega-.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A) Subacute is designated as the midground between acute and chronic, so a subacute infection would not be equivalent either to a chronic or to an acute infection.
B) A subacute infection would not have as rapid an onset as an acute infection or be as long term as a chronic infection, but it would not necessarily be easy to treat.
C) Correct.
D) A subacute infection would not have as rapid an onset as an acute infection or be as long term as a chronic infection, but this would not necessarily mean it would be recurrent.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thank you


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Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018
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