A patient complains of frequently having "writer's cramp" while taking notes in class. This is referred to as:

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The patient's complaint of frequently experiencing cramping in their hand while writing is referred to as chirospasms. "Writer's cramp" is a type of chirospasm that specifically affects the muscles of the hand and fingers used for writing or other fine motor tasks. Choices A, B, and C are not related to this specific condition.

A Patient Complains of Frequently Having "Writer's Cramp" While Taking