Explain the purpose of the section-specific guidelines


The purpose of the section-specific guidelines is to define items that are necessary to appropriately interpret and report the procedures and services contained in the specific section of the CPT manual.

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a. Epiphysis b. Diaphysis c. Periosteum d. Compact bone

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Which of the following situations could cause an excessive negative pressure on the right atrium during ECMO? 1. Hypovolemia 2. Insufficient height of the patient 3. A kink in the cannula or circuit tubing 4. Hypervolemia

a. 1 and 3 only b. 1, 2, and 3 only c. 3 and 4 only d. 2, 3, and 4 only

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An acute ________ results from a prolonged lack of blood flow to a portion of the heart tissue.

A. myocardial infarction B. angina pectoris C. vasospastic angina D. atherosclerosis

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A wound caused by a sharp object such as a knife, scissors, or a razor is a/an ____

A) abrasion B) incision C) laceration D) puncture

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