Which one of the following statements about pulse oximetry is most accurate?
A) It is a better indicator of respiratory status than either respiratory rate or depth.
B) Patients with carbon monoxide poisoning may have normal readings.
C) A reading above 90% is adequate for most patients.
D) Patients with a reading of 96% or higher do not need supplemental oxygen.
B
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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. A signature stamp should never be used in place of the physician's original signature on a claim form. 2. A physician's Social Security number is always used on the CMS-1500 claim form. 3. If required information is missing from a claim form, the medical office specialist will have to correct the claim and resend it for payment. 4. If a patient has signed a consent document authorizing release of medical information to the insurance carrier, the notation "Signature on File" or "SOF" may be entered in form locator 12. 5. Most claims to secondary insurance carriers are submitted electronically.
It is duty, or responsibility, that guides the determination for making ethical decisions under __________
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Appendix ____________________ is used to list code additions, deletions, and revisions for the current year.?
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
When a client is angry, it is natural and appropriate for health professionals to take the client's comments personally and act accordingly. _________________________
Indicate whether the statement is true or false