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haleyc112

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The meaning of the suffix in thoracotomy is ________.
 
  A) procedure to puncture
  B) process of making an incision
  C) chest; thorax
  D) surgical removal

Question 2

A fracture in which cranial bones are pressed down inwardly toward the brain is called a depressed fracture.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


Jayson

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) The suffix -centesis means procedure to puncture.
B) Correct
C) This is the meaning of the combining form, not the suffix.
D) The suffix -ectomy means surgical removal.

Answer to Question 2

TRUE


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