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During a Football Game, a Player Was Struck on the Lateral

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During a football game, a player was struck on the lateral side of the left leg while his feet were firmly planted. He is complaining of left knee pain. To examine the left knee, you should initially perform the __________ test.


Definitions:

Keratinocytes

The predominant cell type in the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin, responsible for producing keratin, a protein that gives skin its strength and flexibility.

Sebaceous Glands

Small oil-producing glands located in the skin of mammals, involved in lubricating the skin and hair.

Melanoma

A type of skin cancer that develops from the pigment-producing cells known as melanocytes, which can become aggressive if not treated early.

Basal Cell Carcinoma

A type of skin cancer that begins in the basal cells and is often caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light.

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