When coding E/M from the CPT manual, you must first know whether the patient is new or ________ and where the services took place.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
established
When coding E/M from the CPT manual, you must first know whether the patient is new or established and where the services took place.
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a. anion. c. electrolyte. b. cation. d. dissociate.
Which of the following is an abnormal finding of the pupils?
A) Constriction when focusing on a near object B) Both pupils constricting when a penlight is shone in one eye C) Slow but equal reaction to light D) Less than 2 mm difference in size with normal reaction to light
A patient receiving mechanical ventilation is being continuously monitored for oxygen saturation measured by pulse oximeter (SpO2) for the past 48 hours
When initially applied, the SpO2 and the arterial oxygen saturation (SaO2), as well as the pulse on the pulse oximeter, ECG, and manual pulse, were consistent. During clinical rounds, the respira-tory therapist notices that although the probe is appropriately placed and capillary refill is normal, the SpO2 reading is down to 90% from 95%. The most appropriate immediate action is to do which of the following? a. Replace the probe. b. Reposition the patient. c. Draw an arterial blood gas. d. Move the probe to a different site.
An excess of protein in the urine is called ________ and usually indicates renal disease. However, it may occur in pregnant patients or after heavy exercise.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).