The ICD-9-CM convention code first underlying disease means
A. the code may not be used as the first code.
B. not otherwise specified.
C. not elsewhere classified.
D. alternative wording.
A. the code may not be used as the first code.
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A. security breach B. system failure or crash C. optical character recognition problem D. printer problem E. Internet access problem
The calculation made by subtracting the age at death from 65 produces what is called ________________________ ________________________ ________________________ ________________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which of the following functions is a function of the respiratory system?
a. Transporting oxygen throughout the body b. Providing nutrients to cells c. Releasing oxygen from the body d. Providing the body oxygen
The EMT shows that he understands care of the post-delivery mother when he states:
A) "Allowing the baby to nurse immediately after delivery can help to control uterine bleeding." B) "We should be concerned if there is any bleeding from the vagina following delivery." C) "If blood is observed coming from the vagina after the baby has been delivered, the mother should be placed in the shock position." D) "Post-delivery hemorrhage can best be controlled by inserting a bulky dressing into the vagina."