This Patient Returns Today to Follow Up on Injuries from a Collision

question 26

Short Answer

This patient returns today to follow up on injuries from a collision with a pedestrian while driving his motorcycle in a nontraffic accident. The external cause code for this encounter is code _____.

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Definitions:

Plant Foods

Refers to foods derived from plants, including vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes.

Folic Acid

A B-vitamin that is crucial for healthy cell growth and development, especially significant during pregnancy for the prevention of neural tube defects.

Pregnant

The state of carrying a developing embryo or fetus within the female body, typically lasting around 40 weeks in humans.

Alpha-Linolenic Acid

An essential omega-3 fatty acid found in seeds and nuts, important for heart health and maintaining proper cellular function.