American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Practice Exam

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What is the common symptom associated with tendonitis?

Swelling around the bones
Severe headaches
Joint stiffness
Pain around a tendon

The correct answer is: Pain around a tendon

Tendonitis is an inflammatory condition that typically affects the tendons, which are the fibrous tissues connecting muscles to bones. The hallmark symptom of tendonitis is pain around the affected tendon, often exacerbated by movement or activity that stresses the tendon. This pain can vary in intensity and may be accompanied by tenderness when pressing on the tendon area. While joint stiffness and swelling can occur in various musculoskeletal conditions, they are not specific indicators of tendonitis. Joint stiffness is more commonly associated with conditions like arthritis, and swelling around the bones might suggest a more systemic issue or injury. Severe headaches are unrelated to tendonitis and could signal a completely different type of medical concern. Therefore, identifying pain specifically around a tendon is the most indicative symptom of this condition, making it the correct answer.