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A Cast Change for a Cast on the Left Foot

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A cast change for a cast on the left foot is reported with code __________.


Definitions:

Lymphatic System

A subsystem of the cardiovascular system; returns excess interstitial fluid (lymph) to the circulation; defends the body against disease organisms.

Interstitial Fluid

The fluid that surrounds the cells in tissues and is exchanged with the blood, providing nutrients and removing waste materials.

Pacemaker

A device implanted in the chest to regulate the heartbeat.

Atrioventricular Node

A part of the cardiac conduction system that coordinates the top heart chambers (atria) contraction with the bottom chambers (ventricles) ensuring a synchronized heartbeat.

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