Question

check for understanding i - terminology
medical terminology: translation & communication
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mark the following as true or false.
the term perineum is a membrane lining the abdominal cavity.
the term palpitation is an examination by feeling or applying gentle pressure.
the term ilium is one of the bones in the pelvis.

Explanation:

1. The perineum is not a membrane lining the abdominal cavity. It is the area between the anus and external genitals.
2. Palpitation refers to an abnormal or rapid heartbeat, not an examination by feeling. The examination by feeling is palpation.
3. The ilium is one of the three main bones that make up the pelvis.

Answer:

1. False
2. False
3. True