In addition to chest pain or discomfort, a patient experiencing an acute coronary syndrome would MOST likely present with:
A) ashen skin color, diaphoresis, and anxiety.
B) severe projectile vomiting and flushed skin.
C) irregular breathing and low blood pressure.
D) profound cyanosis, dry skin, and a headache.
Answer: A) ashen skin color, diaphoresis, and anxiety.
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When assessing a 65-year-old male patient, you note a tube-like device inserted into the lower portion of his trachea. You recognize that the device has most likely been placed to:
A) to permit the exchange of O2 and CO2. B) to allow the patient to be fed a liquid diet. C) to allow the patient to talk. D) to allow easy suctioning of the lower airway.
The alphabetic procedure index helps the coder assign:
a. the first three digits. b. the first digit. c. the underlying diagnosis. d. the corresponding grid.
What is lethal
What will be an ideal response?
A(n) ____________________ is an interview with a close friend of the deceased designed to determine cause of death.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).