Assessment findings for an alert and oriented patient complaining of shortness of breath reveal an open airway and strong radial pulse, accompanied by skin that is cool and diaphoretic. The depth of respirations is adequate, and breath sounds include wheezing throughout the lungs. Vital signs are a pulse of 124, respiratory rate of 24 breaths/min, blood pressure of 146/82 mmHg, and SpO2 of 93%. The patient has a history of asthma, for which he takes medications. How should you initiate oxygen therapy on this patient?
A) Nonrebreather mask
B) Venturi mask
C) Nasal cannula
D) Bag-valve mask
C) Nasal cannula
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When a provider bills separately for procedures that are a part of the major procedure, this is
called A. fraud. C. unbundling. B. packaging. D. discounting.
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