Chapter 1, Problem 3.5E

Place the following coding steps in the correct order. Identify the main term for each condition. Verify the code in the tabular list. Locate the main terms in the alphabetic index. Check compliance with any applicable official guidelines and list codes in appropriate order. Review complete medical documentation. Abstract the medical conditions from the visit documentation.

The initials for the title granted after successful completion of the American Society for Clinical Pathology phlebotomy examination area. CLPlb.b. CLT.c. CPT.d. PBT.

What would b   Your patient presents to the emergency room with a sudden onset of right sided weakness and the inability to talk.  You are called to evaluate the patient.  Your oral motor exam confirms a right-sided lower facial weakness.  The eyes deviate to the left, the tongue deviates to the right on protrusion and the velum elevates on the left. Where is the lesion? _________________________Is the lesion bilateral or unilateral? __________________Would you expect language to be intact? _________________Would you expect speech to be intact?______________.