In the Medical Word Etiology, the Combining Form Means

question 183

Multiple Choice

In the medical word etiology, the combining form means:

• A)cause of surgery.
• B)cause of disease.
• C)deviation from normal.
• D)disease.

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Definitions:

Skin Risk Assessment

An evaluation process to identify the risk of skin damage, particularly pressure ulcers, in vulnerable patients.

Sensory Impairment

A condition affecting one or more of the senses, such as sight or hearing, resulting in reduced or absent sensory perception.

Decrease Anxiety

The process or interventions aimed at reducing feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.

Changing Dressing

The process of removing old wound coverings and applying new ones to promote healing and prevent infection.