A 55 year-old post cardiac surgery patient has the following ABG results: pH 7.50, PaCO2 30 torr, PaO2 62 torr, HCO3 25 mEq/L, SaO2 92%, HB 14 g/dL, BE +2. Venous blood gas results are pH 7.39, PvCO2 43 torr, PvO2 37 torr, and SvO2 66%. Calculate the patient's C(a-v)O2.

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate way to control vaginal bleeding in the prehospital setting?

A) Placing sterile gauze over the opening of the vagina B) Using a tampon C) Using a sanitary napkin D) Placing an absorbent pad under the patient

If a patient is admitted to the hospital on September 30, 2013, for surgery and stays through October 5, 2013, which coding manual would the biller use?

a. ICD-10-CM/PCS for 10/1/2013 to 10/5/2013 b. ICD-10-PCS for 9/30/13 to 10/1/2013 c. ICD-9-CM for 10/1/2013 to 10/5/2013 d. ICD-9 for 9/30/13 to 10/1/2013