Author Question: The prefix dys- means ________. Fill in the blank with correct ... (Read 51 times)

bobbysung

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 519
The prefix dys- means ________.
 
  Fill in the blank with correct word.

Question 2

Peter is a 38-year-old black male who is seen in his physician's office complaining of SOB, cough, and chest tightness. He also states he has a strange rash on my arms and shins. He says he has lost weight the past few months and has night sweats. Peter is also being treated for HTN.
 
  Because his physician knows that several members of Peter's family have been diagnosed with sarcoidosis, he starts his physical exam with that in mind. He pays particular attention to Peter's respiratory symptoms and the rash. The rash is, in fact, erythema nodosum, a sign of sarcoidosis. His physician orders an ACE level and CXR. He asks Peter to return to the office in one week. When Peter returns, his physician tells him the ACE level was very high. He diagnoses Peter with sarcoidosis of both the lung and skin, and starts him on prednisone. Peter is cautioned to take his BP each day and if it goes above 135/90, he is to call his physician right away. BP meds will be adjusted at that point, should it become necessary. Peter is asked to return to the office in one month, or sooner, if he feels it is necessary.
 
   Dx: Sarcoidosis
 
  First-listed diagnosis: ________
  Secondary diagnoses: ________
  Fill in the blank with correct word.



maaaaaaaaaa

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 336
Answer to Question 1

Painful

Answer to Question 2

First-listed diagnosis: ________
Answer: The first listed diagnosis can be either sarcoidosis of lung D86.0, or sarcoidosis of skin  D86.3. Which ever is not listed as the first diagnosis is then listed as the first secondary diagnosis.

Secondary diagnoses: ________
Answer: Sarcoidosis of lung  D86.0 or sarcoidosis of skin  D86.3
HTN  I10



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

All adults should have their cholesterol levels checked once every 5 years. During 2009–2010, 69.4% of Americans age 20 and older reported having their cholesterol checked within the last five years.

Did you know?

Inotropic therapy does not have a role in the treatment of most heart failure patients. These drugs can make patients feel and function better but usually do not lengthen the predicted length of their lives.

Did you know?

Adults are resistant to the bacterium that causes Botulism. These bacteria thrive in honey – therefore, honey should never be given to infants since their immune systems are not yet resistant.

Did you know?

Russia has the highest death rate from cardiovascular disease followed by the Ukraine, Romania, Hungary, and Poland.

Did you know?

The top 10 most important tips that will help you grow old gracefully include (1) quit smoking, (2) keep your weight down, (3) take supplements, (4) skip a meal each day or fast 1 day per week, (5) get a pet, (6) get medical help for chronic pain, (7) walk regularly, (8) reduce arguments, (9) put live plants in your living space, and (10) do some weight training.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library