Asked by Ashley Klawetter on Jun 17, 2024
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In the term anesthesiologist,the combining form means:
A) feeling.
B) hardening.
C) condition.
D) muscle.
Anesthesiologist
A medical specialist focused on administering drugs to provide pain relief and maintenance of consciousness during surgical procedures.
Combining Form
A form used in the construction of medical and scientific terminology to connect two word elements.
- Comprehend the specialized terminology and definitions associated with neurology and neurosurgery.
Verified Answer
CL
Candice LindsayJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The combining form "anesth-" comes from the Greek word "anesthesia" which means "without feeling." Therefore, it is related to the sensation of pain, and the correct answer is A) feeling.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the specialized terminology and definitions associated with neurology and neurosurgery.