A patient is complaining of abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Which of the following will provide you with the most immediately useful information?
A) Checking for discoloration of the tongue
B) Asking about any unusual taste in the mouth
C) Asking about the presence of coffee-grounds emesis
D) Finding out about any unusual stress in the patient's life
C
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The abdominal aorta is located in what part of the body?
A. Leading away from the heart to the lower part of the human body B. The large arteries found in the upper thigh, or femur C. The rounded protuberance at either end of the tibia D. Lymphatic tissue located at the back of the throat
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Supply the correct diagnosis or procedure codes for each problem
Exhibitionism ICD-9-CM: ICD-10-CM:
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