Which of the following physiologic processes does NOT occur in patients with COPD?
A. Diffuse alveolar collapse
B. Intrapulmonary air trapping
C. Increased surfactant production
D. Mucous production from beta2 cells
Answer: C. Increased surfactant production
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Which of the following common conditions predisposes a person to hyperkalemia (high potassium levels)?
A) Chronic kidney disease B) High caffeine intake C) Diabetes D) Celiac disease
Mr. Hartman is 89 years old and has been living alone in a small apartment downtown since his wife died two years ago. His son Richard brought him to the office for a checkup, saying that when he checked on his father yesterday, Mr. Hartman seemed confused and could not tell Richard when he had last eaten. Mr. Hartman is very thin, but he states that he eats "whenever I am hungry." Which of the following conditions might you suspect?
A. Elder abuse B. Polypharmacy C. Depression D. Pneumonia E. Neglect
When transferring a patient to the imaging table, how should the wheelchair be positioned to the table?
parallel to the table toward the foot of the table facing the imaging table 3 feet away so a technologist can get around the wheelchair
When following up on a delinquent claim, if the carrier tells you that it is still in process, you should:
A) resubmit the claim by mail B) resubmit the claim by fax C) send the patient a statement D) request an anticipated date of payment