Which of the following contributes to the highest percentage of medication errors?

Computer entry
Performance deficit
Documentation
Communication


Performance deficit

Rationale: According to MEDMARX, performance deficit has been identified as contributing to the highest percentage of medication errors.

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Which of the following best defines "number of diagnoses"?

a. Documentation that reflects the physician's familiarity or unfamiliarity with the patient's presenting problem b. Documentation of any existing or initiated method of treatment, care, or management of the presenting problem; could range from getting a little rest, to having an invasive medical procedure c. Documentation that reflects the physician's specific findings during the E/M service visit with the patient d. Documentation of any ordered or requested diagnostic testing to identify the final diagnosis

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A female patient who suffered a straddle injury while trying to balance on top of a chain link fence continues to bleed from the vaginal area despite your initial attempt to control the hemorrhage. At this time, you would:

A) apply an ice pack wrapped in a towel to the genital area. B) gently put sterile gauze dressings into the opening of the vaginal canal. C) place another dressing over the first and maintain direct pressure. D) clean the area with sterile saline and reapply direct pressure.

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A "no-go" or failed appointment occurs when a patient does not show up to their scheduled appointment.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The primary benefit to be gained from using ICD-10 codes is the increased level of detail, also known as a higher level of __________

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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