Define cerebrovascular accident (CVA)

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A cerebrovascular accident (CVA), also referred to as a stroke, is defined as a specific neurological deficit that occurs as a result of a hemorrhagic or ischemic vascular disease. The extent of the deficit depends on both the area of the brain involved and the cause of the deficit.

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Which of the following should NOT be used by a medical assistant for outpatient coding?

a. Patient's signs b. Uncertain diagnosis c. Patient's symptoms d. Chief complaint

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Which of the following statements about clean agents is MOST accurate?

A. They leave little residue. B. They cool and smother the burning material. C. They are not approved for use with energized equipment. D. They are not yet approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

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Glucosamine must be used with caution in patients with:

A) diabetes B) osteoarthritis C) skin rashes D) liver disease

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