includes the preoperative services, the operation, and the post-operative services that are included in the code for the surgery (procedure) and should not be coded separately. The services detailed in the preoperative an

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?

Which do you focus on to lower your set point

The post exposure exam follow up must include counseling about the possible implications of the exposure and your infection status including the results and interpretation of all tests and how to protect personal contacts. the follow up must also include evaluation of reported illnesses that may be related to the exposure. what apse should you be provided with?