The ICD-10-PCS has what type of alphanumeric code structure?
A) three-character
B) five-character
C) seven-character
D) nine-character
C) seven-character
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A) Hypoglycemia B) Increased nitrogen levels in the blood C) Hypoxia and hypoglycemia D) Seizure activity
When the structures and blood vessels of the dermis are injured, a blood ________ forms initially.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The medical assistant performing a venipuncture for a human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) test must ________.
A. wash hands thoroughly B. maintain temperature at a certain level C. tell the patient to fast for 8 hours prior D. take the blood sample while the patient is lying down
Which of the following diseases is caused by a bacterial infection?
A) dengue fever B) leprosy C) leishmaniasis D) onchocerciasis