The Combining Form Symptomat/o- Means

question 352

Multiple Choice

The combining form symptomat/o- means:

• A)collection of symptoms.
• B)impart; transmit.
• C)reduce the severity of.
• D)prevent.

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Definitions:

Heart Attack

A medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to part of the heart is blocked, causing heart cells to die.

Withdrawal

A process or period in which one stops using an addictive substance or ceases to participate in a particular activity.

Addicted

Having a compulsive or chronic need for a substance or behavior that is often harmful to the individual.

Opiates

A group of drugs derived from opium, used for their pain-relieving properties, but also known for their potential for addiction.