A Cell Is Surrounded by an Extremely Thin, Flexible Membrane

question 40

Multiple Choice

A cell is surrounded by an extremely thin, flexible membrane. Why is the membrane selectively permeable?

• A)It allows all substances to pass through, making it easier to absorb nutrients.
• B)It allows all organic substances to pass through, but excludes all inorganic substances that could be harmful.
• C)It allows some substances to pass through and excludes others based on size, polarity, and other factors.
• D)It does not allow any substances to pass through as they could damage the cell.

Comprehend the purpose and application of add-on codes.

Understand the levels of patient history and their impact on coding.

Know where to find information about modifiers and their appropriate use in the CPT manual.

Grasp the significance of patient history and medical decision-making in selecting E/M codes.

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Definitions:

Breathing

The process of taking air into and expelling it from the lungs.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, typically expressed in beats per minute (bpm).

ERP

Event-Related Potentials; brain responses that are the direct result of a specific sensory, cognitive, or motor event.

Brain Activity

The functioning and processes occurring within the brain, including neural activity and the coordination of mental and physical actions.