Which of the following best describes the appropriate timing of the rapid trauma assessment?
A) After the focused history and assessment of the stable trauma patient
B) After establishing airway, ventilation, and hemorrhage control in a critical trauma patient
C) Upon making initial contact with the unresponsive trauma patient
D) When considering accepting a refusal of treatment and transport from a stable trauma patient
B
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A) ruptured ectopic pregnancy. B) ruptured ovarian cyst. C) spontaneous abortion. D) pelvic inflammatory disease.
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A) swamp gas. B) marsh gas. C) sewer gas. D) all of the above.
Which of the following organizations is NOT a likely source of employment for a coding professional?
A. Same-day surgery B. Long-term care C. Prison D. Freestanding urgent care