Author Question: The suffixes -algia and -itis are often used to refer to problems with the musculoskeletal system. ... (Read 51 times)

nevelica · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The suffixes -algia and -itis are often used to refer to problems with the musculoskeletal system. What is the difference between these two suffixes?

A) -algia means acute, and -itis means chronic.
B) -algia refers to proximal body parts, and -itis refers to distal body parts.
C) -algia means pain, and -itis means inflammation.
D) There is no difference.

Question 2

All of the following are laboratory procedures EXCEPT ________.

A) CCPD
B) UA
C) VMA
D) C&S

peilian · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct Continuous cycling peritoneal dialysis (CCPD) is a medical procedure.
B) Urinalysis is done in the laboratory.
C) Vanillylmandelic acid is done in the laboratory.
D) Culture and sensitivity is done in the laboratory.