Which should be ordered to assess the lateral mobility of the spine?

any of these options
flexion and extension
right and left bending laterals
weight bearing


right and left bending laterals

Rationale: Bending views of the lumbar spine means having the patient keep the pelvis stationary and bending to the right and left as two separate images.

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A middle-aged patient presents with a chronic tongue ulcer of at least 4 weeks' duration. This could be all the following except:

a. Chancre b. Minor aphthous ulcer c. Major aphthous ulcer d. Tuberculosis e. Squamous cell carcinoma

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A. eating a well-balanced diet B. posting a sign that no patients with colds are allowed C. maintaining strict housekeeping standards D. administering antibiotics to all patients E. placing a sharps container in the reception area

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