64.
Colo is a stem which means colon.
When a colostomy is performed, an
incision is made into the _________.
ko'lon
ko-los'to-me
colon
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65.
Procto and ano are stems which
mean rectum or anus. Proctitis
means inflammation of the ________
or _________.
prok-ti'tis
rectum or anus
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66.
As a review, give the meaning of the
following stems pertaining to the
digestive system.
a. Stoma: __________
mouth (frame 53)
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b. Lingua/glossa: __________
tongue (frame 54)
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c. Dento/odonto: __________
tooth (frame 56)
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d. Cheilo: _________
lip (frame 57)
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e. Gingivo: __________
gums (frame 58)
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