The "S" in the assessment mnemonic DOTS should remind you to assess the patient for:
A) symptoms of illness.
B) stinging sensations.
C) swelling.
D) scrapes.
C
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A) provide oxygen and paralytics to reduce the fracture site. B) make multiple attempts at resetting the joint into socket. C) splint the shoulder in position found and transport rapidly. D) make one attempt to manipulate the joint while checking distal pulse.
An increase in patient volume is often caused by:
A) discounted fee-for-service contracts. B) per diem and per case contracts. C) percentage of premium and capitation contracts. D) capitation contracts.
The first step in locating the accurate and most-specific code is to:
A) determine the reason for the encounter. B) locate the term in the alphabetic index. C) locate the term in the tabular list. D) determine the services that were provided.
A periapical cyst:
a. Is of developmental origin b. Is histologically keratinized c. Is always painful d. Causes death of the dental pulp e. Is associated with a nonvital tooth