Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of dementia?
A) It has a slow, progressive onset.
B) It is generally reversible when the underlying cause is treated.
C) Its most common cause is Alzheimer's disease.
D) Memory is greatly impaired.
B
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A female patient who is eight and a half months pregnant states that she does not feel well and is weak with clammy skin. She denies chest pain, shortness of breath, and dizziness. She states that she did vomit earlier in the morning and still feels somewhat nauseated. She is alert and oriented and has a patent airway. She is breathing 18 times per minute and has a heart rate of 88 beats per
minute. Her blood pressure is 116/70 mmHg and SpO2 reading of 95% on room air. The most appropriate care for this patient should include: A) oxygen at 15 lpm via nonrebreather face mask. B) rapid transport to a hospital with specialized obstetric services. C) quiet and calm transport in the supine position. D) refusal of transport with suggested follow-up with her obstetrician.
"Other external cause status" code Y99.8 includes which of the following?
a. Paid civilian activity b. Military activity c. Volunteer activity d. Leisure activity
What is the ICD-10-CM code for an adverse effect of AZT, initial encounter?
a. T36.1x5A b. T37.0x5A c. T37.5x1A d. T37.5x5A
The independent agency that certifies the validity of competency and knowledge of the medical profession through examination and awards designations, such as the National Certified Medical Assistant, is the ______.
1) American Medical Technologists 2) National Association for Health Professionals 3) National Healthcareer Association 4) National Center for Competency Testing 5) American Association for Medical Assistants