The cells that are believed to mediate the destructive basal cell changes seen microscopically in lichen planus are:

a. Plasma cells
b. T lymphocytes
c. B lymphocytes
d. Langerhans cells
e. Keratinocytes


B

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The vagina extends from the introitus to the ____________________, the opening of the uterus.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Referring to a patient by his or her disease, such as "the amputee," is a form of:

a. discrimination. b. sexual harassment. c. being politically incorrect. d. communication.

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A company that receives electronic claims and forwards the claim to the payer is known as

A. a processor. B. a superbill. C. a clearinghouse. D. a coding agency.

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Which of the following is a true statement about ICD-10-CM/PCS?

A. Healthcare facilities will have the choice to either continue to use ICD-9-CM or convert to ICD-10-PCS. B. It will only be used in physicians' office settings. C. The adoption of ICD-10-CM/PCS was endorsed by the American Medical Association in 1990. D. Current coders will need to relearn how to code.

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