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Which of the following terms indicates that a patient had a joint replacement performed?

a. manual reduction
b. arthroplasty
c. osteotomy
d. open reduction

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Answer: B. arthroplasty

Explanation: Arthroplasty, or joint replacement surgery—the surgeon removes the damaged joint surfaces and replaces them with specially made plastic and metal parts... PF

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b. arthroplasty

hope that helps ;$
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