An additional measure recommended by HQA (Hospital Quality Alliance) for a patient with the diagnosis of pneumonia would be

A. thrombolytic agent received within 30 minutes of hospital arrival
B. smoking cessation advice/counseling
C. blood culture performed prior to first antibiotic received in the hospital
D. prophylactic antibiotic received within 1 hour prior to surgical incision


Answer: B

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Which of the following best describes the correct application of a tourniquet?

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ICD-10-PCS codes use a(n) __________ for its 7-character alphanumeric codes, which means a value from each of 7 hierarchies (positions) is assigned to construct a code

a. general equivalence mapping b. informational modifier c. multiaxial structure d. prospective payment system

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A) Initiate activities for growth B) Create time for planning C) Identify a need D) Practice new thought patterns

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