Question

identify the suffix for binding.

multiple choice

-desis

-phoria

-dynia

• phoria

Explanation:

Analyze the question stem

The question asks to identify the medical suffix that means "binding" or "fusion."

Evaluate the given options

• -desis: This suffix means binding, fixation, or fusion (e.g., arthrodesis is the surgical fusion of a joint).
• -phoria: This suffix refers to a feeling, bearing, or mental state (e.g., euphoria), or in ophthalmology, a tendency of the eyes to deviate.
• -dynia: This suffix means pain (e.g., arthrodynia is joint pain).
• - phoria: This is a duplicate of the second option.

Determine the correct choice

The suffix -desis directly translates to binding or fusion.

Answer:

• (A) -desis (Correct answer)
• (B) -phoria
• (C) -dynia
• (D) - phoria