The physician documents that the patient has a cough, fever, and muscle aches. A review of systems is performed, a detailed account of present illness is documented, and the physician outlines the management options, complexity of treatment plan, and orders tests. What key E/M component is missing from this documentation?

What will be an ideal response?

Physical exam

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a. vitamins b. minerals c. oxides d. proteins

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You have just assisted in the birth of an infant. After suctioning the airway and cutting the cord, you determine that the APGAR score is 7. Which of the following is MOST appropriate in the care of this infant?

A) Dry, ventilation with 100 percent oxygen, keep warm B) Dry, blow-by oxygen and tactile stimulation to encourage breathing, keep warm C) Dry, tactile stimulation, wrap in warm blankets, lay on the mother's chest, reassess APGAR in 5 minutes while en route to ED D) Dry, ventilation with 100 percent oxygen, chest compressions, keep warm

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