Individuals at risk for dehydration due to problems with thirst identification or communication include
A) Infants B) The elderly
C) Those with infections, burns, or fever D) All of these
D
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Mary, a 7-year-old, was admitted to the hospital after experiencing severe anemia following a respiratory infection. Her father has a history of RBC membrane abnormality and recently underwent a splenectomy to help alleviate the problem
Upon examination, it was revealed that Mary had hepatosplenomegaly and slight bruising on her forearms. A CBC was ordered, with the following results: HGB 9.0 g/dL HCT 24% WBC 11 × 109/L RBC 3.8 × 1012/L MCV 102 fl MCH 25 pg MCHC 40% PLT 275 × 109/L Peripheral smear: moderate macrocytes and stomatocytes Which of the following is most consistent with a presumptive diagnosis in this case? a. PNH b. HS c. DHS d. HE
All of the following are appropriate steps in the treatment of the patient in adrenal crisis EXCEPT one. Which one is the exception?
A. Maintain airway B. Monitor vital signs C. Contact EMS D. Administer oxygen 15 liters/minute
A coding and reimbursement specialists must have working knowledge of CPT and ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM coding systems
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A condition in which no rhythm or electrical current travels through the cardiac conduction system is known as:
A. apnea. B. atrial kick. C. syncope. D. asystole.