Match the Combining Form with the Correct Definition

question 16

Multiple Choice

Match the combining form with the correct definition.
-gonad/o

• A)to set in motion
• B)hairy
• C)thirst
• D)resembling a shield
• E)shield
• F)sex gland
• G)adrenal gland
• H)extremity
• I)to secrete
• J)calcium

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Definitions:

NREM Stage

Non-Rapid Eye Movement sleep stage, which consists of three stages of sleep that precede REM sleep, characterized by slower brainwaves and physical relaxation.

REM

Rapid Eye Movement, a phase of sleep characterized by fast and random movement of the eyes, associated with dreaming.

Obstructive sleep apnea

A disorder characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep due to throat muscles intermittently relaxing and blocking the airway.

Ineffective breathing pattern

A clinical situation where the individual's breathing pattern does not adequately support life-sustaining gas exchange.