An inflammation of connective tissues in skin that primarily occurs on the face and legs and is caused by staphylococcal and streptococcal bacteria is _______.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
cellulitis
Cellulitis is an inflammation of connective tissues in the skin that is caused by staphylococcal and streptococcal bacteria.
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A. encrustations. B. water hammer. C. increased friction loss. D. malfunctioning valves.
Abstract from Documentation: Refer to Repair, Eyelid in the Alphabetic Index. What code range is applicable?
Preoperative Diagnosis: Left upper lid laceration Postoperative Diagnosis: Left upper lid laceration Procedure: Left upper lid laceration repair with exam under anesthesia Anesthesia: General Complications: There were no complications. Indications: This 4-year-old child suffered a dog bite to his left upper lid and was unable to be repaired successfully in the emergency room. After obtaining informed consent, he was taken to the operating room. Description of the Procedure: The patient was prepped and draped in the usual sterile fashion. The wound margins were reapproximated using 6-0 absorbable suture and 2 lid margin sutures were placed using 6-0 silk. The injury was limited to the epidermis and part of the dermis. There was no structural damage to the blood vessels or deeper tissue layers. The lid was noted to be in good position, and then all skin lacerations were closed using a combination of 6-0 running and 6-0 interrupted nylon. The patient then had his eye dilated, and exam under anesthesia was carried out using an indirect ophthalmoscope. There was no evidence of trauma to the globe or the posterior pole. The patient was taken to the recovery room in good condition and will be sent home today to follow up in my office.
Which of the following statements is FALSE concerning the use of a patient portal?
A. Patients may be able to control and override restrictions on information availability placed by the provider. B. Patients may be able to request prescription refills. C. Patients may be able to view diagnostic test results. D. Patients may be able to schedule appointments using the portal.
When assessing the extremities, it is important to check for which of the following?
a. ABC b. CMC c. CSM d. QRS