Which of the following ingredients is in Pepto-Bismol?
a. bismuth subsalicylate
b. calcium carbonate
c. calcium citrate
d. magnesium hydroxide
A. Bismuth subsalicylate (BSS), which is sold as Pepto-Bismol, functions to suppress H. pylori infection by inhibiting bacterial adherence to mucosal cells and damaging bacterial cell walls. It is recommended that it be used in conjunction with antibiotics. Thus, bismuth is the antacid of choice in the treatment and maintenance of PUD.
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Which of the following is an advantage to the provider associated with being in a PPO?
a. Decreased patient volume b. Deferred claim payment c. Reduced financial risk due to automatic assignment of benefits d. Active participation in international cost-containment efforts
The best method for completing the narrative section of the PCR is:
A) dependent on the nature of the call. B) the CHART format. C) the patient management format. D) the SOAP format.
PEEP therapy is indicated for patients with which of the following?
a. PaO2 of 95 mm Hg while receiving an FIO2 of 0.3 b. PaO2 of 100 mm Hg while receiving an FIO2 of 0.8 c. Returned VT of 600 mL with a Pplateau of 12 cm H2O d. Returned VT of 800 mL with a Pplateau of 15 cm H2O
When a practice's expenses exceed its income, the practice has a(n) ________; this is also known as "being in the red."
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).