____ is defined as an absence of ventilatory support 48 hours following an extubation.

A. Weaning success
B. Weaning in progress
C. Weaning failure
D. Spontaneous breathing trial


Answer: A

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The appropriate way for a physician to terminate the care of a patient is to ____. 

A. inform the patient by telephone B. send the patient a certified letter C. tell the patient in person D. obtain the patient's consent E. send the patient a text message

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Using the CPT manual, select the code for the following procedure

Transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral artery, radiological supervision, and interpretation

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A drooping of the upper eyelid due to damage to the muscle that raises the eyelid is known as ____. 

A. sty B. ptosis C. blepharitis D. glaucoma E. iritis

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