Identify and Define the Suffix in the Term Craniostomy

question 61

Multiple Choice

Identify and define the suffix in the term craniostomy.

• A) crani- bone
• B) crani- skull
• C) osto- bone
• D) stomy- creation of an opening
• E) stomy- removal

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Definitions:

Tibia

A large bone located in the lower leg, also known as the shinbone, that bears much of the body’s weight.

Plantar Surface

The bottom part of the foot that comes in contact with the ground.

Extension

A movement increasing the angle between bones or parts of the body, opposite of flexion.

Flexion

The act of bending a joint or limb in the body by the action of flexors.