Question

33 multiple choice 1 point
condition of abnormal development:
dyspnea
dysplasia
hyperplasia
hypertrophy

Explanation:

Analyze the prefix and suffix components

The prefix "dys-" means painful, difficult, or abnormal. The suffix "-plasia" refers to development, formation, or growth. Combining these components yields "dysplasia," which translates directly to the condition of abnormal development or growth of cells, tissues, or organs.

Evaluate the alternative options

• "Dyspnea" combines "dys-" (difficult) and "-pnea" (breathing), meaning difficult or labored breathing.
• "Hyperplasia" combines "hyper-" (excessive) and "-plasia" (formation), meaning an abnormal increase in the number of normal cells in an organ or tissue.
• "Hypertrophy" combines "hyper-" (excessive) and "-trophy" (nourishment/development), meaning the enlargement of an organ or tissue from the increase in size of its cells.

Answer:

• (A) Dyspnea
• (B) Dysplasia (Correct answer)
• (C) Hyperplasia
• (D) Hypertrophy