Explain the meaning of "complication" in the MS-DRG system.

What will be an ideal response?

A complication is a secondary diagnosis that CMS has identified as leading to substantially increased hospital resource use.

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Which of the following methods of producing O2 is commonly used in the home care setting?

a. Chemical decomposition b. Electrolysis c. Fractional distillation d. Physical separation

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All of the following are required to be included on a unit-dose log, EXCEPT:

Medication lot number Medication NDC number Pharmacist's initials Color of the medication

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