Which of the following BEST defines a "semi-elective surgery"?

A. A surgical procedure that restores or reconstructs a specific part of the human anatomy
B. A surgical procedure that is very important for the patient's health
C. A surgical procedure that is essential in order to save the life of the patient
D. An important surgical procedure that may be postponed for a limited number of days but must be performed to prevent further deterioration of the patient's condition

D

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A. 8 hours B. 15 hours C. 58 hours D. 75 hours

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A summary of revisions and additions to Volume I of the ICD-9-CM is found:

a. at the end of the book. b. in Volume II. c. at the end of Volume I. d. in the appendix.

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