One of the original reasons for the ICD-9-CM was to classify patient morbidity (sickness) and ________ (death) statistics. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

mortality
ICD-9-CM was originally created for the classification of patient morbidity and mortality statistics and to provide access for medical research, education, and administration.

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The ________________________________________ airway may be used as a basic airway adjunct in the presence of a gag reflex

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following is a guideline firefighters should use when preparing for a fire and life safety presentation?

A. Do not allow audience members time to ask questions B. Discuss the presentation with other members of the crew C. Read only materials readily available, there is no need to find supplemental information D. Prepare stories to tell at frequent intervals, even if that means the presentation is longer than agreed upon

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