The symptom pattern for the common cold includes ____, discharge from a mucous membrane such as the runny nose (rhinorrhea) and a sore throat secondary to postnasal drip into the oropharynx.

A. prodromal phase
B. incubation period
C. catarrhal signs
D. residual phase


Answer: C

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a. neutralizer b. filter c. reverse osmosis d. transparency

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HMOs often send patients __________________________ rather than an EOB

a. an explanation of out-of-pocket expenses if the patient was not with the HMO b. an explanation of prepaid items c. an explanation of how COB has been determined d. a benefits renewal statement

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When should the insurance specialist update the encounter form?

A. every six months B. when codes change C. every week D. every month

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You should know your target heart rate and:

A) surpass it by 50% every time you exercise. B) achieve at least half of it when you exercise. C) attempt to achieve it every time you exercise. D) avoid reaching it because it may injure the heart.

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