Signs and Symptoms That Are Associated Routinely with a Disease

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True/False

Signs and symptoms that are associated routinely with a disease process are coded as an additional diagnosis if they are recorded in the patient's record.

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Definitions:

Sickle-cell Anemia

A genetic blood disorder characterized by red blood cells that assume a sickle shape, leading to various complications such as pain and anemia.

Chemical Bases

Substances that can accept hydrogen ions in solution, often characterized by the presence of a hydroxide ion.

DNA

DNA, short for Deoxyribonucleic Acid, houses the genetic guidelines necessary for the growth, development, functioning, and reproduction of all known life forms and a variety of viruses.

Recipe

A set of instructions for preparing a specific food dish, including a list of ingredients and the method of preparation.