Which Statement Is NOT True of Trismus

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which statement is NOT true of trismus?

• A)Trismus is spasm of the muscles of mastication.
• B)Trismus is the most common cause of restricted mandibular movement.
• C)The dentist may use a stethoscope to listen for sounds of trismus.
• D)Patients' descriptions of trismus include a jaw that "goes out" or "gets stuck."

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