The type of organism that most often causes ventilator-acquired pneumonia is which of the fol-lowing?
a. Fungi
b. Bacteria
c. Viruses
d. Protozoa
ANS: B
Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is most often caused by bacterial infections, but it can also be caused by fungal infections or associated with viral epidemics.
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a. Nothing; the names of the medications will show up on the bill. b. Assign the National Drug Code for each medication. c. Assign CPT codes for each medication that was actually administered. d. Code the long-term use of specific medications.
In order to avoid financial losses due to lawsuits filed against them, physicians can purchase professional _______________ coverage.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Explain the main non-modifiable risk factors associated with chronic disease
Symptoms of hyperglycemia include ________.
A. rapid pulse, shallow respirations, hunger, profuse sweating, and pale, cool, clammy skin B. dizziness, headache, rapid pulse, and pallor C. fever, chills, headache, neck stiffness, and vomiting D. dry mouth, intense thirst, muscle weakness, and blurred vision E. rapid, deep, gulping breaths; flushed, warm, dry skin; and acetone breath