Which of the following root operations has a modality qualifier (character 5) that includes photons as an option?

A. Other radiation
B. Brachytherapy
C. Beam radiation
D. Stereotactic radiosurgery


Answer: C

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The apical pulse site is located ________.

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You have performed an ECG on a patient at the walk-in clinic where you work. The ECG tracing shows that the patient is in third-degree block. What is your first responsibility to this patient?

A. Observe the patient for symptoms of low cardiac output. B. Report any signs and symptoms to a licensed practitioner. C. Mount and identify the rhythm strips for documentation. D. Initiate emergency procedures if needed.

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When coding the procedure "removal of foreign body of the thyroid field by incision," the coder would reference the main term _________ in the Alphabetic Index

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