A Provider Suspects Degenerative Disk Disease in a Patient with Chronic

question 3

Multiple Choice

A provider suspects degenerative disk disease in a patient with chronic neck pain. Which diagnostic test will be performed?

• A) Computerized tomography (CT)
• B) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
• C) Plain radiograph
• D) Radionuclide bone scintigraphy

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Definitions:

Mediation

A form of alternative dispute resolution where a neutral third party helps disputing parties find a mutually satisfactory resolution.

Counterclaim

A legal claim brought against the plaintiff by the defendant, typically in response to the original lawsuit.

Affirmative Defense

A defense in which the defendant introduces evidence, which, if found to be credible, will negate criminal or civil liability, even if it is proven that the defendant committed the alleged acts.

Plaintiff

The party who initiates a lawsuit by filing a complaint with the court.