An x-ray visualization of the spinal cord after the injection of a radioactive contrast medium or air into the spinal subarachnoid space is ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
myelography
Myelography can reveal tumors, cysts, spinal stenosis, or herniated disks.
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You have been called to a local dialysis center for a patient with a bleeding fistula on her right upper arm. Despite all care at the center, the site continues to bleed. Your best choice in the care of the patient would be:
A) to apply a constricting band above the fistula. B) to place a pressure dressing over the fistula. C) lowering the arm for and during transport. D) to allow site the bleed to wash bacteria from the fistula.
Which of the following best describes the outcome if an informed consent form was not secured as necessary before surgery was performed?
a. Medical assistant will be fired b. Provider will be fired c. May lead to litigation d. Injury to the patient
When the body is cold, the capillaries ________, allowing for less blood flow, which increases the body temperature.
A. dilate B. disintegrate C. constrict D. explode
Procedures performed on the products of conception are coded to the ________ section.
A. Placement B. Medical and Surgical C. Measurement and Monitoring D. Obstetrics