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  1. What does the root word 'nephro-' refer to?

    Answer: Kidney

    'Nephro-' refers to the kidney, as used in nephrology (study of kidneys) and nephrectomy (kidney removal).

  2. Which medical abbreviation stands for 'nothing by mouth'?

    Answer: NPO

    NPO stands for 'nil per os' (Latin for nothing by mouth) and is used in pre-surgical and fasting documentation.

  3. The suffix '-stenosis' means:

    Answer: Narrowing

    '-Stenosis' means narrowing or constriction, as in aortic stenosis (narrowing of the aortic valve).

  4. In medical documentation, 'acute' vs. 'chronic' affects ICD-10-CM coding because:

    Answer: They have different code assignments

    Acute and chronic forms of the same condition often have different ICD-10-CM codes, so accurate documentation of disease duration is essential for correct coding.

  5. What anatomical region is described by the term 'lumbar'?

    Answer: Mid-back and sides between ribs and pelvis

    The lumbar region refers to the lower back area between the thoracic spine and the sacrum, often documented in musculoskeletal billing.

  6. The abbreviation 'Hx' in clinical notes stands for:

    Answer: History

    Hx is a standard clinical abbreviation for 'history,' referring to the patient's medical history as documented by the provider.