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The Root Operation defines the [blank]

I, O and U are alphabetic letters    that are not used in ICD-10-PCS coding.

Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) usually occurs as a result of a sudden inadequacy of coronary flow.

The Index provides an alphabetic listing of procedure titles, root operations, body parts, and devices.

How many characters are in each ICD-10-PCS code?  [blank]

A value can be a number from 0 to 9 or a letter.

A nurse is preparing to administer glatiramer acetate (Copaxone) 20 mg subcutaneously once daily to a client with multiple sclerosis. The medication is available as 40 mg/mL in a prefilled syringe. How many mL should the nurse administer? (only place numeric value in the blank)

 I have neither witnessed nor participated in any dishonest work during this exam.  If you have witnessed or participated in any dishonest work, please report this information to Dr. Bonfe. Your information will remain confidential. Evidence of dishonest work will result in a score of 0 for the exam.  YES- “I did not witness or participate in dishonest work” NO- ” I witnessed or participated in dishonest work and plan to report this information to Dr. Bonfe” 

A 22-year-old client presents to the clinic with increased thirst, frequent urination, unintended weight loss, and fatigue. The client has no significant past medical history. Laboratory results show fasting blood glucose of 286 mg/dL and HbA1c of 9.2%.  Complete the following by selecting from the choices below 1 potential condition, 2 actions the nurse would immediately take to address the condition, and 2 parameters the nurse would monitor to assess the client’s progress. Please list the letters out in capitals in the text box of your selected answers. Potential Diagnoses (Choose 1)  A. Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus  B. Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus  C. Gestational Diabetes  D. Hypoglycemia  E. Metabolic syndrome  Parameters to Monitor (Choose 2)  F. Blood glucose levels  G. Serum calcium  H. Lipid profile  I. Serum potassium  J. Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)  K. Blood pressure  Priority Interventions (Choose 2)  L. Administer subcutaneous insulin  M. Initiate oral hypoglycemic medication  N. Provide education on carbohydrate counting  O. Encourage smoking cessation only  P. Teach foot care and daily inspection  Q. Refer to a dietitian for nutrition planning 

Which statement made by the client would indicate to the nurse that teaching has been effective regarding the management of low back pain? Select all that apply.