The Spelling of Which of These Medical Words Follows the Guideline

question 85

Multiple Choice

The spelling of which of these medical words follows the guideline for adding a suffix that begins with a consonant to a combining form?

• A) Cardiac
• B) Oncology
• C) Prognosis
• D) Prophylactic

Evaluate investment choices based on expected return and risk characteristics.

Understand the basic terminology and abbreviations related to the endocrine system.

Identify the role and significance of the pituitary gland within the endocrine system.

Comprehend the functions and importance of hormones in bodily processes.

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Definitions:

Positive Relationship

A connection between individuals characterized by mutual respect, trust, and support, leading to beneficial outcomes for the parties involved.

Temperament

The innate aspect of an individual's personality, including tendencies toward patterns of emotion and behavior.

Social Smiles

Smiles that infants begin to display at about 6 weeks of age in response to social stimuli, such as seeing a person's face.

Infants

Very young children, typically under one year of age, at the earliest stages of development.