_______________ is the natural tendency of the body to maintain a steady and normal internal environment

Based on the following presentations of patient injuries, which one would be considered MOST severe, justifying immediate transportation to a trauma center?

A) Open (compound) midshaft femur fracture B) Flail chest C) Midline cervical spine pain D) Closed head injury

Which authorizes CMS to enter into contracts with entities to perform cost report auditing, medical review, anti-fraud activities, and the Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) program?

a. COBRA b. MIP c. PEPP d. TEFRA