The list of abbreviations, punctuation, symbols, typefaces, and instructional notes that appears at the beginning of the ICD and provides guidelines for using the code set are called ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


conventions

The conventions listed at the front of the ICD include abbreviations, punctuation, symbols, typefaces, and instructional notes that provide guidelines for using the code set.

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The symptoms of individuals affected by anthrax, a Gram-positive bacillus, include ____________

a. symptoms occurring between 1 and 6 days b. low-grade fever c. weakness d. dry, hacking cough e. all of the above

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Where should materials designed to absorb primary and secondary radiation be installed?

floor, walls, and door walls, door, and ceiling walls, floor, and doors walls, floor, and ceiling

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Under the provisions for HIPAA, there are requirements for national identifiers for all EXCEPT:

A. patient. B. provider. C. health plan. D. employer.

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Being aware and thoughtful about the needs of your patient describes the attribute of:

A. empathy. B. integrity. C. sympathy. D. patient advocacy.

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