The Second Leading Cause of Alcohol-Related Deaths in the U

question 55

Multiple Choice

The second leading cause of alcohol-related deaths in the U.S.is:

• A)car accidents
• B)heart failure
• C)alcohol poisoning
• D)cirrhosis of the liver

Master the coding for specific medical conditions and the use of appropriate medical codes.

Differentiate between complications, co-morbidities, and their influences on patient care and coding.

Recognize the data elements collected in the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) and their relevance to coding and patient demographics.

Know the healthcare payment systems like Diagnosis-Related Groups (DRG) and Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS), and understand their significance in coding.

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Definitions:

Otoliths

Otoliths are small, calcified particles in the inner ear that play a crucial role in sensing gravity and movement, aiding in balance and spatial orientation.

Semicircular Canals

Three fluid-filled tubes in the inner ear that help maintain balance by sensing rotations of the head.

Perilymph

Perilymph is the fluid that fills the space between the membranous labyrinth and the bony labyrinth of the inner ear, playing a key role in hearing and balance.

Cones

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye responsible for color vision and high acuity vision in well-lit conditions.