The main rule to remember of the ICD coding rules, which says that the reason for the patient visit (encounter) is coded first is known as the:

A) ?indexing rule
B) reason rule
C) supporting rule
D) classification rule

B

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Which of the following parameters are important in the management of patients with ARDS?

1. Keep systolic blood pressure below 90 mm Hg. 2. Keep hemoglobin saturation above 90%. 3. Ensure adequate urine output. 4. Keep mean arterial pressure above 60 mm Hg. a. 1 and 2 only b. 1 and 4 only c. 2, 3, and 4 only d. 1, 3, and 4 only

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