In coding surgical procedures, the coder should use the postoperative diagnosis only if it differs from the preoperative diagnosis

What is the primary benefit of performing an initial assessment?

a. It assesses the patient's financial status. b. It assesses the patient's need for care. c. It determines the validity of the call for help. d. It establishes the need for additional resources.

Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Ionic and nonionic contrast agents are used primarily for radiographic examinations of the urinary system. 2. Port-a-cath or venous access ports are infusion ports and used for long-term use. 3. PICC lines are large catheters inserted into a vein in the anterior part of the elbow. 4. Hickman catheters are double lumen catheters usually placed in the superior vena cava. 5. Cathartics are contrast agents used in radiographic imaging.