What is the difference between a high Fowler’s position and an orthopneic position?

What will be an ideal response?


The resident, in the high Fowler’s position, is sitting almost upright with the knees flexed. In the orthopneic position, the overbed table is positioned in front of the resident so he can lean forward with his arms on the table. A pillow supports his head.

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When sitting in a desk chair, make sure that you set your hips as far back as they can go in the chair.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Which of the following are typical of high-frequency external chest wall compression therapy? 1. 30-min therapy sessions 2. Long inspiratory oscillations 3. One to six sessions per day 4. Oscillations at 20 to 25 Hz

a. 1 and 3 only b. 1, 2, and 3 only c. 3 and 4 only d. 2, 3, and 4 only

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Code for Renal endoscopy through established nephrostomy, with irrigation, exclusive of radiologic service

A) 52000 B) 52001 C) 50551 D) 50951

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Which is a type of payment?

A) EFT B) EOB C) remittance advice D)provider voucher

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