You are called to a skilled nursing facility to transport an 83-year-old male with dementia and suspected influenza. Which source is best for gathering the patient's medical history?
a. The patient
b. The patient's nurse
c. The patient's primary care physician
d. The patient's roommate
Answer; b. The patient's nurse
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Sally is sure that her symptoms are related to the stress surrounding her foster parent application, and more than half of the 45-minute visit is spent in counseling Sally regarding stress reduction techniques and in coordinating care for the reduction of the muscle spasms. During the visit, Sally shows her doctor the state-ordered paperwork that her caseworker has required her to fill out. Sally's primary care physician documents a detailed history, performs a detailed physical examination, and documents the medical decision making of low complexity, as well as the subjects addressed during the counseling and coordination of care. Which of the following best reflects the performed E/M service and modifier usage? a. Office or other outpatient service; established patient; level 4 with modifier 32 b. Office or other outpatient service; established patient; level 4 with no modifier c. Office or other outpatient service; new patient; level 2 with modifier 32 d. Office or other outpatient service; established patient; level 3 with no modifier
When faxing medical information, it is a good practice to:
a. black out any identifying information. b. send after business hours. c. call ahead to make sure the recipient is available to verify receipt of the fax. d. send the fax from a secure location.
Macroshock and microshock are two kinds of electrical shock the patient can sustain from faulty equipment
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What percentage of citizens are covered for health care in India?
A) 0% B) 50% C) 80% D) 100%