To change the level of an E&M code based on time, which of the following conditions must be met?
A) Face-to-face time must be documented as at least 25 minutes.
B) Counseling time must be documented as equal to face-to-face time.
C) Face-to-face time must be documented as at least 40 minutes.
D) Counseling time must be documented as greater than half of face-to-face time.
D
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A 60-year-old with a history of cirrhosis presents with dyspnea, impaired ventilation, and pleural pain. A diagnosis of pleural effusion is made, and a watery fluid is drained. When giving report, the nurse will refer to this fluid as:
a. exudative. b. purulent. c. infected. d. transudative.
The family learns that a 3D ultrasound of a 9-week fetus shows incomplete fusion of the na-somedial process. What is this defect commonly called?
a. Cleft lip b. Nasal passage atresia c. Esophageal atresia d. Lack of dentition
Which of the following statements are true regarding butterfly needle sets? (Choose all that apply)A) They are less painful to patients.B) The needle sizes range from 18- to 20-gauge.C) They cannot be used with evacuated tubes.D) They result in more accidental needlesticks.
What will be an ideal response?