Which of the following phrases best describes a flail segment?
a. Multiple rib fractures with bruising of the underlying lung
b. Fractured ribs that have collapsed the underlying lung
c. Multiple fractures to the rib cage caused by blunt trauma
d. Two or more adjacent ribs that have been broken in two or more places.
Answer: d
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A system used to provide patient lookup and to prevent duplicate registrations of the same patient is a(n):
A) patient file index. B) master patient index. C) original registration index. D) registration file index. E) registration index.
All offices track their supplies electronically
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Liability for negligence is recognized by law to include not only the physician's action but also the actions of:
A. The patient B. The referring physician C. The physician's employees D. The clearninghouse