A Man Sustains a Puncture Injury to the Right Upper

question 21

Multiple Choice

A man sustains a puncture injury to the right upper arm during an MVA where the windshield glass became embedded in his arm, puncturing the brachial artery. He is taken to the ER. He is taken to surgery where the artery is repaired. How is this coded?

• A) 35458-RT, 903.1, 880.03, E819.0
• B) 35206-RT, 903.1, 880.03, E819.9
• C) 35206-RT, 903.1
• D) 35458-RT, 903.1, 884.0, E819.9

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Definitions:

Sebaceous Gland

Gland of the skin, usually associated with a hair follicle, that produces sebum.

Eccrine Sweat Gland

A type of sweat gland that is found all over the body, particularly on the palms, soles, and forehead, and is primarily involved in temperature regulation.

Sebaceous Gland

A type of gland in the skin that secretes an oily substance called sebum, which lubricates hair and skin.

Hair Follicle

The skin organ that produces hair, consisting of a small tubular cavity containing the root of the hair shaft.