Asked by Samer Khatib on Jun 06, 2024
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The prefix dis-,as in the term dislocate,means:
A) separate.
B) away from.
C) above.
D) excessive.
Separate
To set or keep apart; to divide or segregate.
Dis-
A prefix indicating separation, removal, or negation.
Dislocate
To displace the bones of a joint, causing them to no longer be in their proper relation to each other.
- Recognize negating or opposing prefixes in medical terminology.
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Pravina S ChatterjeeJun 07, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The prefix dis- in dislocate means "separate." The term "dislocate" refers to the separation of two or more bones at a joint, resulting in a temporary or permanent displacement of the joint.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize negating or opposing prefixes in medical terminology.