For category S52, the 7th character K reports _____.

A. initial encounter for closed fracture
B. initial encounter for open fracture
C. subsequent encounter for closed fracture with nonunion
D. subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank with correct ICD-10.

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Which of the following involves culturing a specimen and then testing the isolated bacterium's susceptibility to antibiotics? 

A. Culture and sensitivity B. KOH mount C. Acid-fast stain D. Wet mount E. Gram stain

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Which volume or capacity remains in the lungs after a forced exhalation?

a. IC c. RV b. ERV d. FRC

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By the time a person reaches the age of 65 years:

A. the myocardial walls have become thin. B. pulmonary function has decreased by 20%. C. total body water has decreased by 30%. D. he or she will likely develop a disease.

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