What is the rationale for using a cold pack following vigorous stretching and active exercise?
What will be an ideal response?
The cold application will decrease tissue temperature and metabolism. The decreased need for oxygen will reduce secondary hypoxia associated with any acute inflammation from the therapeutic intervention. In addition, cold may decrease edema by increasing blood viscosity and reducing leakage from the capillary into the interstitial tissue.
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Revenue codes reference the:
a. amount of money being charged. b. type of services provided. c. cost of supplies. d. cost of surgery.
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Which of the following can the user access or accomplish from the OV note without having to return to the patient's chart?
A. Previous immunizations B. Add past vaccines C. Print a copy of the immunization record D. All of these
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