Question 1
When a surgeon repairs a major structure or major blood vessel related to a penetrating wound, do not use codes in the Wound Exploration category if the surgeon performs a(n)
◦ laparotomy or thoracotomy
◦ chemical or enzymatic debridement
◦ open reduction of a bone fracture at the same time
◦ flap or graft
Question 2
An injection of a corticosteroid is often used to
◦ stop a fever
◦ anesthetize an area of the body
◦ treat an infection
◦ decrease swelling