Chapter 3, Problem 3TOF

Dual x-ray ____________________ is a low-exposure radiographic measurement of the spine and hips to measure bone density. ____________________ is the forward slipping movement of a lower lumbar vertebra's body on the vertebra or sacrum below it.   The condition known as ____________________ is a degenerative disorder that can cause the loss of normal spinal structure and function.

The term meaning pain in a nerve or nerves is ________________________________.

Baylie needs to learn medical terminology because she wants a career in the medical field. What study habits would help Baylie accomplish this task?

The term meaning the surgical removal of part of a muscle is a/an _________________ .

Definition Correct Answer Possible Answers visual examination _______________________ -rrhea rupture _______________________ -rrhexis abnormal narrowing _______________________ -sclerosis abnormal hardening _______________________ -scopy flow or discharge _______________________ -stenosis

Divide each term into its component word parts. Write these word parts, in sequence, on the lines provided. When necessary use a slash/ to indicate a combining vowel. You may not need all of the lines provided. Aneurysmorrhaphy means surgical suturing of a ruptured aneurysm. _______________ _________________ ________________ _________________

If the statement is true, write True on the line. If the statement is false, write False on the line. ________ Pagets disease is caused by a deficiency of calcium and vitamin D in early childhood.

If the statement is true, write True on the line. If the statement is false, Write False on the line. ______ Bruxism means to be without natural teeth.