Factors that increase the risk for developing MRSA include:
A. prior exposure to Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
B. failure to be vaccinated against any strain of hepatitis.
C. a history of a respiratory illness within the past 6 to 8 weeks.
D. prolonged hospitalization, especially in an intensive care unit.
Answer: D. prolonged hospitalization, especially in an intensive care unit.
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Which of the following air and O2 flows would you select? Air (L/min) O2 (L/min) a. 45 15 b. 15 45 c. 40 20 d. 20 40
What is a medically unlikely edit?
A. The NCCI edits table that identifies the E/M codes that may never be reported together B. The NCCI edits table that identifies the codes that may or may not be utilized together, as well as whether a modifier is allowed or required in order for the service to be correctly reported C. The NCCI edits applicable to claims submitted by hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies D. The NCCI edits table that identifies the maximum number of times a specific code may be reported during a unit of service for one patient
Upon detecting an error in dispensing, the pharmacy technician must first take which of the following steps?
Notify the physician immediately Notify the ISMP promptly Notify the patient immediately Notify the pharmacist promptly
The basis for reimbursement from a healthcare insurance company for medical services provided by a clinician is the ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).