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BrownTown3

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If a code is meant to represent both sides of the body and an option for bilateral is not listed, use:
 
  a. separate codes, one for each side.
  b. unspecified codes.
  c. no code to mean bilateral.
  d. a placeholder.

Question 2

For bilateral sites such as eyes, ears, arms, and legs, laterality refers to the right or left side of the body. In which space is this code placed?
 
  a. Second to last
  b. Last
  c. First
  d. Second



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b





 

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