For the following questions, use an ICD-9-CM code book and list the appropriate V code for the diagnostic statements given

Observation for infectious meningitis


V29.0

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Reclining-back wheelchairs require additional wheel locks because as the back is reclined, the:

a. side-to-side dimension of the wheelbase decreases. b. anterior/posterior dimension of the wheelbase increases. c. center of mass shifts in an anterior direction. d. center of mass shifts in a lateral direction.

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The increased work of breathing associated with auto-positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP) during mechanical ventilation is due to:

1. Hyperinflation or impaired contractility of the diaphragm. 2. Large alveolar pressure drops required to trigger breaths. 3. Increased volume of the intrathoracic airways. a. 1 and 2 only b. 1 and 3 only c. 2 and 3 only d. 1, 2, and 3

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Renal failure is a prominent feature of:

a. Hemolytic uremic syndrome b. Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura c. Plasmodium malariae infection d. March hemoglobinuria

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Mr. Henry has ST segment elevations in II, III, and aVF along with reciprocal ST depression in I, aVL, and V1—4. Right-sided EKG shows ST elevation in V3—4R. His blood pressure is quite low. Mr. Henry is normally hypertensive

This description is consistent with A) early repolarization. B) inferior MI complicated by a right ventricular infarction. C) extensive anterior MI complicated by cardiogenic shock. D) pericarditis.

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