Question

identify the suffix for turning.

multiple choice
-pnea
-version
-malacia
-sthenia

Explanation:

Analyze the question stem

The question asks to identify the medical suffix that means "turning".

Evaluate the given options

• -pnea: Means breathing (e.g., dyspnea, apnea).
• -version: Means turning or tilting (e.g., inversion, version).
• -malacia: Means softening (e.g., osteomalacia).
• -sthenia: Means strength (e.g., asthenia).

Select the correct suffix

The suffix that corresponds to "turning" is -version.

Answer:

• (A) -pnea
• (B) -version (Correct answer)
• (C) -malacia
• (D) -sthenia