In 1970, cardiovascular research indicated that high blood pressure (hypertension) increased the risk of ____.

A. migraine headache
B. obesity
C. stroke
D. heart attack


Answer: C

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What is the ICD-10-CM code for diaper rash?

a. L23 b. L21 c. L24 d. L22

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Sunny Valley Rehabilitation Center is completing a coding training for staff members. In preparation for the training, Ms. Rhit is preparing a list of common codes used by providers. For the following questions, for each diagnostic statement listed, select the appropriate ICD-9-CM code

Acute alcoholic intoxication, continuous

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A 50 kg (110 lb) patient is being mechanically ventilated with the following settings: VC, A/C, VT 400 mL, respiratory rate 14/min, FIO2 0.60 and 10 cm H2O PEEP. The chest radiograph demonstrates diffuse bilateral radiopacity. ABG results are: pH 7.36, PaCO2 47 torr, PaO2 50 torr, and HCO3- 28 mEq/L. The respiratory therapist should increase the

A. PEEP. B. FIO2. C. expiratory time. D. respiratory rate.

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