Blood collection for therapeutic drug monitoring requires:
A. the use of alternate antiseptic.
B. that sterile technique be followed.
C. a standard venipuncture procedure.
D. a chain-of-custody procedure.
Answer: C
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a. ignoring deadlines. b. breathing deeply. c. seeing each problem as an opportunity. d. asking the receptionist to hold your calls.
The significance of the "master gland" is that it:
A) is the largest gland in the body B) secretes hormones to which other glands respond C) controls the nervous system and movement D) has endocrine and exocrine functions
Situations involving multiple CPT codes or complex operative procedures may require the assistance of a certified coder.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)