The Patient Complained of Pain in the Joint Between the Fingers

question 17

Multiple Choice

The patient complained of pain in the joint between the fingers and hand.The medical assistant would document this as pain in the ________ joints.

• A)metacarpophalangeal
• B)temporomandibular
• C)acromoclavicular
• D)radiocarpal
• E)metatarsal

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Definitions:

Public Nuisance

An act or omission that harms, injures, or endangers the public health, safety, peace, comfort, or convenience.

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