Question

identify the suffix for dilation.

multiple choice
-pathy
-rrhea
-ptosis
-ectasia

Explanation:

Analyze the question stem

The question asks to identify the medical suffix that means "dilation" (or expansion/stretching).

Evaluate the given options

• -pathy: Means disease (e.g., neuropathy).
• -rrhea: Means flow or discharge (e.g., diarrhea).
• -ptosis: Means drooping, sagging, or prolapse (e.g., blepharoptosis).
• -ectasia: Means dilation, expansion, or stretching (e.g., bronchiectasis, atelectasis).

Select the correct suffix

The suffix "-ectasia" (or "-ectasis") directly translates to dilation.

Answer:

• -pathy
• -rrhea
• -ptosis
• -ectasia (Correct answer)