What Is the Correct Code for a Patient with Painful

question 50

Multiple Choice

What is the correct code for a patient with painful prostate syndrome?

• A) N42.81
• B) N42.82
• C) N42.83
• D) N42.89

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Definitions:

Splitting Pattern

The pattern in a nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrum illustrating the division of signals into multiple peaks due to the spin-spin coupling between nearby nuclei.

Vinyl Protons

Hydrogen atoms attached to a carbon-carbon double bond, often involved in chemical shifts in NMR spectroscopy.

Coupling Constants

A parameter in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy that reflects the interaction between nuclear spins and helps in elucidating molecular structure.

IR Absorptions

Refers to the specific wavelengths at which infrared (IR) radiation is absorbed by a molecule, providing insights into the types of bonds and functional groups present.