CMS regulations require that prescriptions for home O2 therapy be based on:
a. documented hypoxemia.
b. documented symptoms.
c. written diagnosis.
d. presence of cyanosis.
ANS: A
As indicated in the practice guideline, O2 prescriptions must be based on documented hypox-emia, as determined by either blood gas analysis or oximetry.
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What will be an ideal response?
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