A mediastinoscopy may be performed using a needle and syringe

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: F
To prevent needless thoracotomy, mediastinoscopy is performed for direct visualization of the bronchus and carina.

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The medical acronym EMD stands for which of the following?

A) Emergency Medical Dispatch B) Emergency Medical Driver C) Emergency Medical Doctor D) Emergency Medical Director

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Select the appropriate ICD-9-CM procedure code using an ICD-9-CM code book for the statements given in the following questions

Spinal cord tractotomy

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Radiographs add each of the following to an assessment of periodontal disease except one. Which one is the exception?

A) Root morphology and lengths B) The amount of supporting bone between the teeth C) The length of a clinical crown D) The presence of dilacerated roots

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