You suspect that a patient with an open pneumothorax may be developing a tension pneumothorax. Which action is critical given this situation?
A) Remove the occlusive dressing
B) Lift one side of the dressing during exhalation
C) Gently apply pressure to the chest during inhalation
D) Ensure that all four sides of the dressing are taped
B) Lift one side of the dressing during exhalation
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Which of the following would be used to report "acute nephritis syndrome with diffuse crescentic glomerulonephrtitis"?
A. N10 B. N00.7, N17,8 C. N10, N00.7 D. N00.7
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