Question

1. the term \volvulus\ of the ileum or colon usually refers to which condition?

a stoppage
a strangulation
a twisting
an outpouching

1. the word parts ferro- and sidero- mean:

tongue
gum
sugar
iron

Explanation:

• Volvulus is a medical condition where a loop of intestine twists around itself and the mesentery that supports it.
• The word - parts "Ferro -" and "Sidero -" are related to iron in medical and scientific terminology.

Answer:

1. C. a twisting
2. D. iron