What is the major difference between ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM?
What will be an ideal response?
ICD-10-CM codes are alphanumeric and have up to six characters. Also, each ICD-10-CM code begins with a letter that may be followed by up to five numbers.
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A patient with pulmonary emboli has severe hypoxemia, acute right-sided heart failure, and shock. What treatment should be given at this time?
a. Acetylcholine esterase b. Heparin c. Streptokinase d. Warfarin
Case managers are also known as utilization coordinators.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The abbreviation for millimole is:
A. mm B. µm C. mmol D. mEq
Following a traumatic injury, a 19-year-old woman presents with confusion, tachycardia, and significant hypotension. Her skin is cool, clammy, and pale. Further assessment reveals abdominal rigidity and deformity with severe pain over her thoracic vertebrae. In addition to administering high-flow oxygen and immobilizing her spine, you should:
A) start at least one large-bore IV line and give crystalloid boluses as needed to maintain adequate perfusion. B) conclude that she is in neurogenic shock, start an IV line of normal saline, and initiate a dopamine infusion. C) start at least one large-bore IV of normal saline and administer a narcotic analgesic to treat her severe pain. D) perform a focused history and physical exam, start an IV of normal saline, and administer a corticosteroid.