Which acid base abnormality is suspected when a patient presents with Kussmaul's breathing and a fruity breath odor?

a. metabolic acidosis c. respiratory alkalosis
b. metabolic alkalosis d. respiratory acidosis


a. metabolic acidosis

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Mr. Jenkins presented with a stage IV decubitus ulcer of the coccyx. Debridement was done down to the bone measuring 40 sq. cm. What is/are the appropriate CPT code(s) for this procedure?

A. 11043 B. 11043, 11046 C. 11044 D. 11044, 11047

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