What best describes the system review's role?

• A. It is used to generate billing codes
• B. It is optional and rarely used
• C. It is used to direct further tests and measures
• D. It is used to evaluate patient satisfaction

Answer: (C)

The system review is a quick, overall screen of the body's organ systems to pick up medical issues that could affect how you examine or treat a patient. Because it can reveal red flags or systemic problems, it guides what tests and measurements you should perform next and whether a referral or medical clearance is needed. So its primary role is to direct the next steps in assessment and decision-making about the plan of care. It isn’t about billing codes, it isn’t optional, and it isn’t about patient satisfaction.