Jim Has Been Diagnosed with Pernicious Anemia

question 26

Multiple Choice

Jim has been diagnosed with pernicious anemia. The main term is ________ and the correct code is ________.

• A) pernicious anemia, D50.1
• B) anemia, D51.0
• C) pernicious anemia, D51.1
• D) anemia, D51.2

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Definitions:

Electrode

A conductor through which electricity enters or leaves a medium, used in various applications including medical equipment and batteries.

ECG

A test that records the electrical activity of the heart to diagnose heart conditions.

Color Code

A system for displaying information by using different colors for easy recognition and classification.

Electrode

A conductor through which electricity enters or leaves an object, substance, or region in electrical systems or devices.