George's broken foot did not heal properly. Today's encounter is coded as a(n):
A) current condition.
B) injury.
C) late effect.
D) adverse reaction.

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A late effect is a residual effect or complication that arises as a result of a previous injury or illness. In this case, George's broken foot did not heal properly and is still causing a problem, making it a late effect rather than a current injury.

George's Broken Foot Did Not Heal Properly