The official, primary authority reference publication for official ICD-9-CM coding guidelines is:
A. AMA CPT Assistant.
B. National Correct Coding Initiative edits.
C. AHA Coding Clinic.
D. CMS Medicare Code Edits.
C
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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your first action in caring for this child? A) Insert an oral airway and start ventilations. B) Suction the airway of secretions. C) Apply supplemental oxygen. D) Use a tongue depressor to inspect for a foreign body obstruction.
The term ____________________ refers to an elevated position
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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I. Phosphate buffer system II. Protein buffer system III. Respiratory system IV. Renal system a. IV only c. III and IV only b. I, II, and IV only d. I and II only