When coding the phrase "nonobstructive reflux-associated chronic pyelonephritis," the main term to reference in the index is _____
a. nonobstructive
b. reflux
c. chronic
d. pyelonephritis
d
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A) Safety-violation policy B) Personnel policy C) Drug-test policy D) Work rules
What does the ICD-9-CM convention NEC indicate?
A. may not be used as the first code B. not otherwise specified C. not elsewhere classifiable D. alternative wording
Paternalism:
a. means independence and self-reliance. b. is not interfering with a person's independence. c. works hand in hand with the concept of autonomy. d. is in conflict with the concept autonomy.
Which of the following statements regarding the EMT is correct?
A) Manual defibrillation is a skill that all EMTs are required to learn and perform. B) In some states, EMTs are trained in advanced airway management and IV therapy. C) There are far more certified paramedics in the United States than there are EMTs. D) EMTs are licensed and can provide basic life support without medical direction.