The chronic tightness and fibrous buildup that occurs in a muscle as a result of being held in a shortened position for an extended period of time; total immobilization can eventually lead to the reabsorption of sacromeres
What will be an ideal response?
Adaptive shortening
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A) decreased respiratory function. B) increased amount of body water. C) decreased liver and kidney function. D) increased tolerance to medication.
To determine the amount due from a patient, it is necessary to know the:
A) billed amount. B) allowed amount. C) adjusted amount. D) diagnostic code.
The level of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream of an individual suffering from hyperventilation will quickly fall from the normal level of _________________ mmHg resulting in significant physiologic effects
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Assignment of codes starts at the __________ level, known as three-digit codes
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word