The root word ____ means a clot.

A. enter/o-
B. nephr/o-
C. thromb/o-
D. trach/o-


Answer: C

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A) it will result in too much air being placed in the lungs. B) it is not a concern because the patient is still getting oxygen. C) it does not allow the lungs enough time to adequately fill. D) it will cause damage to the lungs if not corrected.

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Aplastic anemia is usually first noted by bleeding and the presence of petechial hemorrhages. What clinical sign in the early stages of the disease should cause doubt on the diagnosis of aplastic anemia?

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A DEA number consists of a two-letter prefix followed by

A) three digits B) five digits C) seven digits D) nine digits

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Which of the following consequences may result from resubmitting rejected claims?

A. increased practice expenses and delays in payment B. delays in payment C. increased practice expenses D. violation of the insurance contract

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