A hemothorax, or collection of blood in the pleural space, is most commonly caused by ________.

A. COPD
B. bacterial infection
C. trauma
D. malignancy


Answer: C

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A) The fee slip is also referred to as an encounter form. B) The fee slip is also referred to as a superbill. C) The fee slip follows the patient through the office. D) all of the above

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Which of the following describes clinically significant weight loss?

A. A 1–2% decrease in body weight in 1 week B. A 10% decrease in body weight in 1 week C. A 20-pound decrease in body weight in 1 month D. A 10% decrease in body weight in 1 month

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A patient with a suspected spine injury but who has an altered mental status should be placed in the recovery position

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Critique yourself based on past interviews or any professional encounters, or ask a peer to take you through a mock interview. Recognize and list which aspects of interviewing are your strengths and which are your weaknesses

Think of ways to improve these weaknesses.

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