An unrelated symptom is defined as those symptoms that are NOT associated with the confirmed diagnosis and may indicate an additional problem or condition. Which of the following is an example of an unrelated condition that should be coded separately?
A) Dyspnea, wheezing, coughingDx: asthma
B) RLQ pain with positive McBurney's sign, hyperglycemiaDx: acute appendicitis
C) Chest pain that radiates to jaw and arm, SOBDx: acute MI
D) Fever, sore throat, difficulty swallowingDx: acute tonsillitis
Question 2
Which of the following is NOT a sign/symptom of a stroke?
A) Slurred speech
B) Dizziness
C) Facial droop
D) RLQ pain
Hematuria. An analysis of urine is performed to evaluate kidney function. In this illustration, the
Signs and Symptoms of Infection and Inflammation
Opioid Combination Drugs for Severe Cold Symptoms
Examples of endocrine disorders. (A) A patient with exophthalmos, a symptom of hyperthyroidism ...
Marasmus The emaciated appearance of this child is a sign (and symptom) of marasmus
Skin rash is one of the symptoms of zinc deficiency