What term is used to describe a platelet count below normal?
a. Anemia
b. Leukopenia
c. Thrombocytopenia
d. Thrombocytosis
ANS: C
A significant reduction in the platelet count (known as thrombocytopenia) occurs with bone marrow diseases or with disseminated intravascular coagulation.
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A) 2 B) 3 C) 5 D) 7
When referencing the term "ablation" in the Index of ICD-10-PCS, the coder is referred to the term ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Arteries ________ because of the high pumping pressure they receive from the heart.
A. stiffen B. make a hissing sound C. expand D. pulsate
What is the best way for a dental office to prepare for an emergency?
A. An "office emergency handbook" should be located in a marked location that is familiar to all dental staff. B. It is the responsibility of the dentist to assign each person a function and to regularly test his/her team on their assigned roles. C. The staff should receive formal training and certification in life saving emergency medical practices. D. An emergency should be simulated, with each person performing his or her assigned functions.