The process of translating a description of a diagnosis or procedure into a standardized code is known as
A. posting.
B. coding.
C. processing.
D. None of these are correct.
Answer: B
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A. The delivered tidal volume will remain relatively constant. B. The increased airway resistance will cause the delivered tidal volume to decrease. C. The increased airway resistance will result in an increased delivered tidal volume. D. An unpredictable tidal volume will be delivered because of the increased airway resistance.
What is the name of the condition that involves plaque or clots escaping from the femoral or iliac veins?
a. deep vein thrombosis b. carotid stenosis c. atherosclerosis d. claudication