When Recording the "Chief Complaint," the Person Conducting the Intake

question 6

Multiple Choice

When recording the "chief complaint," the person conducting the intake should:

• A) ​Strive to be concise yet accurate
• B) ​Go into as much detail as possible; the details of the complaint can be "whittled down" later
• C) ​Describe the reasons in generalities
• D) ​Include all relevant background information

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Definitions:

Golgi Tendon Reflex

A protective reflex mechanism that prevents muscle damage during excessive force by causing muscle relaxation.

Reciprocal Innervation

The coordination of muscle groups achieved through the activation of one muscle and the simultaneous inhibition of its antagonist.

Obturator Nerve

A nerve in the pelvic region that innervates the adductor muscles of the thigh.

Adduct Thigh

To adduct the thigh means to move the thigh inward towards the median axis of the body, a movement controlled by adductor muscles.