Which of the following signs associated with COPD is considered a late manifestation?
a. Accessory muscle usage
b. Frequent coughing
c. Shortness of breath
d. Wheezing
ANS: A
Late signs of COPD may include use of accessory muscles of respiration (e.g., sternocleidomas-toid).
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A. culture B. frozen section
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A) Open-shelf lateral files B) Vertical cabinets C) Conventional steel drawers D) Revolving files
Using the CPT manual, select the appropriate code for the following procedure
An excision of urethral caruncle