A Hip Replacement Is Coded Based on The

question 23

Multiple Choice

A hip replacement is coded based on the:

• A)amount of time the surgery takes
• B)time it takes to complete
• C)medical reasons for the surgery
• D)number of surgeons needed to perform the surgery

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Definitions:

Tardive Dyskinesia

A neurological syndrome characterized by repetitive, involuntary movements, often as a side effect of long-term use of antipsychotic medications.

Antianxiety Drugs

Medications designed to reduce symptoms of anxiety, often acting on the central nervous system to promote relaxation or reduce nervous tension.

Xanax

A prescription medication, generically known as alprazolam, used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.

Ativan

A medication primarily used to treat anxiety disorders, known generically as lorazepam.