For which of the following is the use of braces an appropriate treatment? 

A. Fibromyalgia
B. Muscular dystrophy
C. Tetanus
D. Botulism
E. Myasthenia gravis


B. Muscular dystrophy
Treatment for muscular dystrophy includes physical therapy to maintain muscle function, the use of braces and wheelchairs, various medications, and spinal surgery.

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A 21-year-old male presents with a negative medical history and reports to be in good general health. The treatment planned for today is a tooth-colored restoration on a maxillary first molar. As the auxiliary is placing a latex dental dam, the patient begins to complain of itching around his lips. No previous reaction was noted in the treatment record. What will be an ideal response?

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____ is an inflammation of the pancreas typified by a sudden severe pain in the epigastric area that radiates to the back.

A. Pancreatitis B. Gastritis C. Hepatitis D. Cirrhosis

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Which agency can give a biller the most current allowable payment fees for Medicare?

a. CMS b. MAC c. RAC d. Patient advocacy

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