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on: Jun 27, 2018
Select the suffix that means the process of viewing with an instrument.
 
  A) -scopy
  B) -graph
  C) -gram
  D) -scope

Question 2

Which of the following pathological conditions is due to an opaque or cloudy lens?
 
  A) astigmatism
  B) cataract
  C) glaucoma
  D) strabismus


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

A
Explanation: The suffix -scope is utilized to create the term for the instrument such as an arthroscope. When this tool is utilized to perform a procedure of looking inside the joint during surgery, the physician has performed an arthroscopy, with -scopy indicating that viewing was performed.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: A cataract is damage to the lens causing it to become opaque or cloudy. Astigmatism is an abnormal curvature of the cornea. Glaucoma is an increase in intraocular pressure. Strabismus is eye muscle weakness.


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