Which term means enlarged or expanded from pressure?

• A. Distal
• B. Dysfunction
• C. Distended
• D. Empathy

Answer: (C)

Understanding term that describes enlargement due to pressure. Distended describes something that has been stretched or enlarged because of pressure, such as a distended abdomen from gas or fluid buildup. The other terms describe different ideas: distal means farther from the center or point of attachment; dysfunction refers to impaired function; empathy is the ability to understand another’s feelings. Distended is the best match for enlargement caused by pressure.