Evaluation Management Flashcards
1
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Auscultation
A
Listening for sounds within the body, usually within the chest or abdomen
2
Q
Chief of Complaint
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The reason the patient presents for an encounter
3
Q
Counseling
A
A discussion with a patient and family concerning diagnosis, prognosis, risk factors etc
4
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Critical Care
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Care provided for a critical illness or injury, which acutely impairs one or more vital organ systems, and is an imminent or life threatening condition.