Which of the following needs to be included during an effective extraoral examination of the temporomandibular joint of a patient? (Select all that apply. )

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An effective extraoral examination of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) includes observing the patient opening and closing their mouth several times to assess the range of motion and any deviations or sounds. Palpating the depression inferior to the zygomatic arch allows the examiner to feel the TMJ and assess for tenderness, swelling, or irregularities in joint movement. Moving the jaw only forward and backward (B) is too limited as lateral movements should also be assessed. Placing a finger over the maxillary sinus region (D) is not directly related to assessing the TMJ.

Which of the Following Needs to Be Included During an Effective