Using the CPT manual, select the code for the following item
Pneumocystis carinii
87281
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A synonym for feeling faint is ________
a. palpate b. cannula c. hematoma d. syncope
You arrive at the scene of a fall, where a 42-year-old woman fell backward off a step ladder while cleaning windows in her kitchen. She is lying on the floor complaining of pain to her ankle. She tells you, "If I had just gone to work today instead of using vacation time, this never would have happened!" Based on information thus far, which one of the following can you conclude?
A) She does not have any other injuries. B) She does not require rapid transport. C) Her pulse rate is within normal limits. D) She is alert with an open airway.
Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. The technical component of a radiology code reflects the physician's skill, time, and expertise used in performing the procedure. 2. A physical status modifier is only used to code anesthesia if there is an extraordinary condition or unusual risk factor. 3. If you look first under the surgical procedure performed, the code will be for the anesthesia given for the surgical procedure. 4. Unbundling (also known as fragmented billing) will result in higher reimbursement for the physician and should be done in as many circumstances as possible. 5. Normal uncomplicated care following a surgical procedure is typically included in the global surgical fee.
Following administration of nitroglycerin to a man with crushing chest pressure, he experiences a significant increase in his heart rate. This is MOST likely the result of:
A) a cardiac dysrhythmia. B) preexisting hypertension. C) a drop in blood pressure. D) coronary vasoconstriction.