For the following questions, use an ICD-9-CM code book and select the appropriate code(s) for the diagnostic statements given

The first step in critical thinking is to:

A) form a concept. B) conduct a focused exam. C) ascertain the chief complaint. D) determine statistically significant conditions.

To best demonstrate intraperitoneal air,

a. the abdomen projection should be taken after a full inspiration. b. an AP abdomen projection (lateral decubitus position) should be obtained with the patient laying on the right side. c. allow the patient to be positioned upright for 5 to 20 minutes prior to obtaining the exposure for an upright AP abdomen projection. d. in an AP abdomen projection (lateral decubitus position) on a patient with narrow hips, the left iliac wing needs to be included.