For an inpatient, if the diagnosis documented at the time of discharge is qualified as "probable" or "possible," what should the coder do?
A) Code the signs and symptoms.
B) Code the condition as though it existed or was established.
C) Query the physician and state that a definitive condition must be documented.
D) List a V code for the principal diagnosis.
B
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A phlebotomist was having trouble finding a vein on a hospitalized patient, even after leaving the tourniquet on for a couple of minutes, and dangling the patient's arm off the side of the bed. The phlebotomist decided to warm the site and try again later. Which step was inappropriate?
A. Trying again at a later time B. Leaving the tourniquet on too long C. Dangling the patient's arm D. Warming the site
Which is generally the most common complication from phlebotomy?
a. convulsions b. fainting c. hematoma d. hyperventilation
Your 59-year-old patient is suffering an acute myocardial infarction and is a candidate for fibrinolytic therapy. How do fibrinolytics work?
A) They cause platelets to become sticky. B) They break down blood clots. C) They reduce cardiac dysrhythmias. D) They increase the blood pressure.
Depending upon the kVp range, a visible change in contrast will not be seen unless kVp is minimally changed
a. 2–3%. b. 4–12%. c. 25%. d. 50%.