Podiatry Medical Assistant Practice Test

Which procedure is the partial or complete removal of a limb?

Amputation Disarticulation Resection Biopsy

Correct Answer:

Amputation

Explanation:

Amputation is the removal of a limb or part of a limb. This term covers both partial and complete limb removal, which matches the scenario described. Disarticulation is removal through a joint, a specific type of limb removal but not the general term asked for. Resection refers to removing tissue or part of an organ, not specifically a limb. Biopsy means taking a tissue sample for diagnostic purposes, not removing a limb. So the best answer is amputation.

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