Which Is the Correct Breakdown and Translation of the Medical

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term pericarditis?

• A) peri (around) + card (heart) + itis (inflammation) = inflammation of the tissue around the heart
• B) peri (inside) + card (heart) + itis (inflammation) = inflammation of the tissue inside the heart
• C) peri (through) + card (heart) + itis (inflammation) = inflammation of heart tissue
• D) peri (upon) + card (heart) + itis (inflammation) = inflammation of the tissue upon the heart
• E) peri (upper) + card (heart) + itis (inflammation) = inflammation of the tissue of the upper portion of the heart

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Definitions:

Palatopharyngeus

A muscle of the pharynx which plays a role in swallowing by helping close the nasopharynx and elevating the pharynx.

Sternocleidomastoid

A muscle in the neck that plays a key role in the movement of the head.

Temporalis

A broad, fan-shaped muscle on each side of the head that is involved in chewing and helps to close the jaw.

Vocalis

The muscle located within the vocal folds that adjusts tension, playing a key role in producing speech sounds by controlling pitch and tone.