Which suffix has the same meaning as -algia?

a. -dynia
b. -ectasis
c. -cise
d. -malacia


a. -dynia

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Side effects related to the use of urinary anti-infectives include nausea and vomiting, in addition to which of the following signs and/or symptoms?

a.  Abdominal pain, colitis, crystalluria, and phototoxicity b.  Discolored teeth and retarded bone growth in fetus or young children c.  Blood dyscrasias and hepatic toxicity with jaundice d.  Lower extremity numbness and weakness

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The eating disorder known as ________ is marked by distortion of body image and refusal to maintain normal body weight. (Provide the full name of the disorder.)

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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People with Type A behavior pattern respond well to stress

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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