Question

select the correct answer.
the doctor determined that james had an inflammation of his appendix. the doctor scheduled james for the surgical removal of his appendix. which two terms describe his condition and surgery?
a. rhinitis, rhinoplasty
b. appendicitis, appendectomy
c. gastritis, gastrectomy
d. colitis, colostomy
e. arthritis, arthroscopy

Explanation:

• Appendicitis: Inflammation of the appendix. The suffix “-itis” means inflammation.
• Appendectomy: Surgical removal of the appendix. The suffix “-ectomy” means surgical removal.

Answer:

B. appendicitis, appendectomy