The New Medical Coder for the Surgical Orthopedic Center Realized

question 25

Multiple Choice

The new medical coder for the surgical orthopedic center realized that she needed to set a _________ constraint that prevents the admission date from being after the discharge date.

• A) range
• B) unique
• C) mandatory
• D) set-membership

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Definitions:

Vertebral Column

The flexible column formed by a series of bones called vertebrae, extending from the skull to the pelvis, and playing a key role in support and motion.

Vertebral Column

The series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the lower back, encasing the spinal cord and providing structural support.

Spinal Nerves

Nerves that originate from the spinal cord and branch out to various parts of the body, facilitating communication between the brain and the rest of the body.

Vertebral Bodies

The cylindrical parts of the vertebrae that make up the anterior portion of the vertebral column, providing structural support and bearing weight.