During the primary assessment, how should you BEST determine the adequacy of a patient's breathing?

A) Compare the respirations and pulse rate.
B) Examine the rise and fall of the chest.
C) Calculate the number of breaths per minute.
D) Determine the patient's mental status.

B

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a. Methylprednisolone b. Diphenhydramine c. Dopamine d. Promethazine

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In ICD-10-PCS, ____________ is defined in the Chiropractic section as the manual procedure that involves a directed thrust to move a joint past the physiological range of motion without exceeding the anatomical limit.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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