Volume 1 Should Be Referred to by a Coder

question 8

Short Answer

Volume 1 should be referred to by a coder:
A)after the correct main term and code have been located in Volume 2.
B)before using Volume 2 to find the written description of a condition.
C)only if the correct main term and code cannot be found in Volume 2.
D)after the correct main term and code have been located in Volume 3.

• A)after the correct main term and code have been located in Volume 2.
• B)before using Volume 2 to find the written description of a condition.
• C)only if the correct main term and code cannot be found in Volume 2.
• D)after the correct main term and code have been located in Volume 3.

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Definitions:

Pelvic Inlet

The upper opening of the pelvis, through which structures can pass between the trunk and the legs.

Tibia

A large bone located in the lower leg, also known as the shinbone, that bears much of the body's weight.

Medial Malleolus

The bony prominence on the inner side of the ankle, forming part of the tibia bone.

Lateral Malleolus

The bony prominence on the outer side of the ankle, which is part of the fibula bone.