Which of the Following Is the Correct Breakdown and Translation

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term antipruritic?

• A) anti (against) + pruritic (itching) = a drug that prevents or relieves itching
• B) anti (against) + pruritic (rotting) = a drug that prevents rotting
• C) anti (against) + pruritic (sensation) = a drug that temporarily blocks sensation
• D) anti (toward) + pruritic (life) = a drug that encourages regeneration
• E) anti (toward) + pruritic (sensation) = a drug that encourages sensation

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Definitions:

Response Pattern

The characteristic manner in which an individual or system reacts to a specific stimulus or series of stimuli.

Preparedness

The concept that certain associations are learned more readily than others due to evolutionary predispositions.

Food Aversion

A strong dislike or disinclination towards a specific food, often resulting from a negative past experience such as illness.

Behavior Modification

A therapeutic approach designed to change specific undesirable behaviors using reinforcement principles.