The Combining Form Tuss/o- Tells Us That an Antitussive Drug

question 173

Multiple Choice

The combining form tuss/o- tells us that an antitussive drug would be used to treat a/an ________.

• A)cough
• B)infection
• C)bacteria
• D)virus

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Definitions:

Pancreatic Amylase

An enzyme produced by the pancreas that aids in digesting carbohydrates by breaking down starches into sugars.

Enteritis

Inflammation of the small intestine, which can cause a variety of symptoms including abdominal pain and diarrhea.

Enter

To go or come into a particular place or condition, often used in the context of data entry or entering a room.

Dyspepsia

A term that describes discomfort or pain in the upper abdomen, typically referred to as indigestion.