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Treasure Smith
on Oct 15, 2024
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In the term ileostomy,the root ile means:
A) paralysis.
B) ileum.
C) a twisting.
D) like.
Ileostomy
An ileostomy is a surgical opening made in the abdomen to allow the external passageway of waste from the ileum, part of the small intestine.
Paralysis
A medical condition where a person experiences loss of muscle function in part of their body.
- Familiarize oneself with the terms related to the digestive system, including understanding the meanings of specific medical terms.
- Catalog the bodily structure and operation of significant portions of the digestive system.
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Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the terms related to the digestive system, including understanding the meanings of specific medical terms.
- Catalog the bodily structure and operation of significant portions of the digestive system.