External cause codes are used
A) when a person who is not currently sick encounters health services for some specific purpose.
B) to show cause of injury.
C) to code neoplasms.
D) to code hypertension.

Question

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External cause codes are used to show the cause of injury, such as accidents or intentional harm.

Answer: A 
 External cause codes are also used when a person who is not currently sick encounters health services for some specific purpose, such as a check-up or routine exam.

Therefore, the best choices are B and A.

External Cause Codes Are Used