A young female was involved in an altercation and stabbed in the abdomen with an ice pick. After being stabbed, she quickly removed the ice pick. She states that there was not much bleeding but does say it "stings" quite a bit. Assessment reveals a small puncture wound to the right upper quadrant with some dried blood around the site. Which of the following best describes the primary focus of the
EMT in caring for this patient?
A) Keeping the entry site clean and free of infection
B) Assessing for internal blood loss or shock
C) Assessing for underlying injury to the spleen
D) Preventing air from entering the abdominal cavity
B
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A denial letter for a second opinion contains:
a. A history of the Group/IPA previous denials b. Two copies of the letter for physician and patient records c. The date services were requested d. A referral for other second opinions
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Which of the following government agencies is charged with enforcing the Privacy Rule?
What will be an ideal response?
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