When coding fractures in ICD-10-CM, an extension identifies _____.

A. routine healing
B. delayed healing
C. malunion
D. all of the above


Answer: D

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When responding to an emergency in an authorized vehicle while functioning as an EMT for an authorized emergency service, the actions you take while driving are:

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