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About Prefixes, Suffixes and Root Words

Discover what “hypo-” means in medical terms like hypoglycemia and hypotension. Essential prefix knowledge for HESI-A2 test prep.

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Prefixes, Suffixes and Root Words HESI A2 Practice Questions

Free Prefixes, Suffixes and Root Words practice questions for the HESI A2 exam with detailed rationales.

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What does the prefix "hypo-" generally mean in medical terminology?
Above normal
Below normal
Around or near
Excessive

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