A chronic skin disorder that is characterized by red patches covered with thick, dry, silvery scales is ____.

a. psoriasis
b. impetigo
c. eczema
d. shingles


Answer: a. psoriasis

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which instructions would you provide to the Emergency Medical Responders when treating a patient who was punched in the eye and has blood visible in the anterior chamber?

A) "It is important to keep pressure down in the eye, so we will transport the patient in a sitting position." B) "Let's apply a cold pack to the eye and immobilize the patient for transport." C) "Let's put a shield over the eye and bandage it in place to apply some pressure to the eye." D) "We will need to cover both eyes with patches before we transport the patient."

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CMS developed Evaluation and Management Documentation Guidelines, which explain how CPT evaluation and management codes are assigned according to __________ associated with comprehensive multisystem and single-system examinations

a. documentation b. elements c. office visits d. reimbursement

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The position used to facilitate breathing and examine the chest is ____

A) prone B) Fowler's C) Sims' D) horizontal recumbent

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