For the following questions, use an ICD-9-CM code book and select the appropriate code(s) for the diagnostic statements given

Ken Fathers was admitted due to difficulty swallowing. An endoscopy with biopsy was performed. The procedure determined that there is an esophageal mass. The pathology report determined primary cancer of the esophagus. Select the appropriate diagnosis for this case.


150.9

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A. 0.54 B. 0.85 C. 0.66 D. 0.78

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Certified dental assistants (CDAs) must complete at least 2 months of formal education or training

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The body's inborn ability to fight infection is known as:

a. adaptive immunity b. T-cell immunity c. nonspecific immunity d. innate immunity

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The two main research methods are ____________________ and ____________________.

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

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