Which of the Following Fingernail Conditions May Indicate Local Infection

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following fingernail conditions may indicate local infection or systemic disease?

• A) Spooning of the main
• B) Beau's lines
• C) Clubbing fingertips
• D) Brittle, grooved, or lined nails

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