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kshipps

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The prefix often indicates the body system or organ being discussed.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

A specialist in the foot is known as a(n):
 
  A) podiatrist
  B) orthotist
  C) osteopath
  D) chiropractor


cpetit11

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

False

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: Pod refers to feet, iatr/o is the combining form for physician, and the suffix -ist means one who specializes.


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