Hypotension in an adult patient with an isolated brain injury and no external bleeding is MOST likely the result of:
A. dilation of the cerebral vessels.
B. blood loss within the cranium. Incorrect
C. hidden intrathoracic bleeding.
D. decreased cerebral perfusion.
Answer: D. decreased cerebral perfusion.
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A summary of CPT add-on codes is found in Appendix ____________________ of the CPT manual.?
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word