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futuristic

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The combining form nephr/o means nerve.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

The suffix that means surgical fixation or fusion is:
 
  A) -otomy
  B) -desis
  C) -centesis
  D) -clasis


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

FALSE
Explanation: The combining form nephr/o means kidney; the combining form neur/o means nerve.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: The other suffixes mean: -tomy, incision; -clasis, break apart; and -centesis, surgical puncture.


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