Asked by Patty Schneider on Jul 09, 2024
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Which term means chewing?
A) melena
B) mastcation
C) mastication
D) eructation
Mastication
The process of chewing food in preparation for swallowing and digestion.
Melena
The passage of dark, tarry stools, containing digested blood, indicative of gastrointestinal bleeding.
Eructation
The act of belching or burping, releasing gas from the digestive tract through the mouth.
- Understand the terminology related to the digestive system, including medical terms and their meanings.
Verified Answer
IA
i ali zaidiJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Mastication is the correct term for chewing. Melena refers to dark, tarry stool indicating bleeding in the digestive tract, eructation refers to belching or burping. Option B is a spelling error.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the terminology related to the digestive system, including medical terms and their meanings.