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nautica902

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which term means abnormal condition of dust in the lungs?
 
  a. pneumonia
  b. pneumoconiosis
  c. pneumothorax
  d. pneumoectasis

Question 2

Describe the steps for defining medical terms.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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helenmarkerine

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

b
Explanation:
a. pneumonia: inflammatory condition of the lung caused by bacterial or viral infection
b. pneumoconiosis: correct
c. pneumothorax: condition of air in the pleural cavity that may result in a collapsed lung
d. pneumoectasis: dilated lung

Answer to Question 2

a. Separate the term into word parts.
b. Define each word part.
c. Combine word part meanings.


nautica902

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Excellent

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Wow, this really help

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