Which of the following ICD-9-CM conventions is used around synonyms, alternative wordings, or explanations?
A. ( )
B. [ ]
C. : :
D. { }
E. ; ;
B. [ ]
Brackets are used around synonyms, alternative wordings, or explanations in ICD-9-CM.
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A) "Insulin helps glucose enter the cells of the body so it can be used for energy." B) "Insulin helps the body eliminate excess glucose through the kidneys." C) "Insulin breaks down glucose into proteins so it can be used by the cells for energy." D) "Without insulin glucose is converted to ketone bodies, which are toxic in large quantities."
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
A synovial fluid has a high white cell count and large intracellular needlelike crystals that are yellow when the crystals are parallel to the y-axis of a red compensator. What is the likely diagnosis?
a. Pseudo-gout b. Gout c. Lupus erythematosus d. Bacterial infection
A common problem associated with bile acid sequestrants is ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word