What is the mechanism of action of dextromethorphan in treating coughs?
A) Works on CNS to suppress cough centers in the medulla oblongata.
B) Elevates the threshold for cough in the medulla oblongata.
C) Thins mucus and lubricates the irritated respiratory tract.
D) Acts as vasoconstrictor and shrinks dilated blood vessels.
A
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Round 0.98783 to the nearest whole number:
A) 1 B) 10 C) 0.99 D) 0.98
________ are the carrier proteins that move sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium across cell membranes
A) Cation pumps B) Carrier pumps C) Ion pumps D) All of the above
Which of the following is the most effective way to assess a patient's respiratory rate?
A) Count respirations for 6 seconds and multiply by 10. B) Count respirations for 30 seconds and multiply by 2. C) Count respirations for 2 minutes and divide by 4. D) Count respirations for 10 seconds and multiply by 6.
Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. If a Medicaid patient is on restricted status, the patient is required to see a specific physician and/or to use a specific pharmacy. 2. To be considered for payment, a denied Medicaid claim must be appealed within 60 days of the date of denial notification. 3. Providers must resubmit a signed, completed/corrected claim with a copy of the R&S on which the denied claim appears within 180 days from the date of the R&S to be considered for payment. 4. Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes are required on both Medicaid physician and hospital claim forms. 5. If a Medicaid claim was NOT filed within the required time limits because of an error or neglect on the part of the medical office staff, the physician can appeal the denial and seek payment. 6. People with Medicare and Medicaid automatically qualify (and do not need to apply) for Extra Help paying for Medicare prescription drug coverage.