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kfurse

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on: Jun 26, 2018
Surgical destruction and removal of the lens are termed:
 
  A) photocoagulation.
  B) phacolysis.
  C) phacoemulsification .
  D) keratoplasty.

Question 2

The suffix in blepharoptosis means:
 
  A) inflammation.
  B) condition.
  C) pertaining to.
  D) drooping.


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reelove4eva

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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) Photocoagulation is using a laser to treat retinal detachment and other retinal problems.
B) Correct.
C) Phacoemulsification is the process of using ultrasound to disintegrate a cataract by inserting a needle through a small incision and aspirating the cataract.
D) Keratoplasty is surgical repair of the cornea.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) The suffix for inflammation is -itis.
B) The suffixes for condition include -ia and -osis.
C) Many suffixes mean pertaining to, such as -al and -ic.
D) Correct. The suffix -ptosis means drooping.


kfurse

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Reply 2 on: Jun 26, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

kswal303

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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