The type of testing in which a patient is asked to resist pressure applied by the physician or medical assistant is ____.

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Muscle strength testing involves examining the ability of a patient's muscles to resist an external force. This is often done by having the patient resist pressure applied by the physician or medical assistant. Mobility testing involves assessing the range of motion of a joint, range-of-motion testing is used to assess the range of motion of a joint, gait testing assesses the manner of walking, and posture testing checks a patient's alignment and balance.

The Type of Testing in Which a Patient Is Asked