Which of the following is true of a grade 1 ankle sprain?

A. It involves mild stretching of ligamentous fibers.
B. It involves total disruption of nerve fibers.
C. It does not involve swelling or pain.
D. It does not involve joint stiffness.


Answer: A

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Regarding exposure to ionizing radiation, patients who are educated to understand the medical benefit of an imaging procedure are more likely to

a. assume a small chance of biologic damage but not suppress any radiation phobia they may have. b. cancel their scheduled procedure because they are not willing to assume a small chance of biologic damage. c. suppress any radiation phobia but not risk a small chance of possible biologic damage. d. suppress any radiation phobia and be willing to assume a small chance of possible biologic damage.

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Fish oils

A) Are the major dietary source of omega-3 fatty acids B) Are lower in calories than other oils C) Will prevent heart disease if taken in very large quantities D) Raise the levels of cholesterol in blood

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The encounter form for a patient records "bilateral hypersecretion glaucoma.". The main term to reference in the ICD-10-CM Index to Diseases and Injuries is ____________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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