ICD 9 CODE Structure: ICD-9 is widely considered to be based on outdated technology, The current ICD-9-CM diagnosis codes do not provide sufficient clinical specificity to describe the severity of the patients disease conditions. The ICD 9 code system consist of 13,000 where the ICD 10 codes system consist of 68,000 and gives us patients more of a flexibility. (How ICD 9 is structured is below) - 3 to five character codes -The code structure varies, First digit may be alpha (E or V) or numeric
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Pharmacogenomics 1.Introduction: Genomics: The study of genes and their function. Genomics aims to understand the structure of the genome, including the mapping genes and sequencing the DNA. Genomics examines the molecular mechanisms and the interplay of genetic and environmental factors in disease. It is used to determine the entire DNA sequence of an organisms and a fine scale genetic mapping. The field also includes study of intra genomic phenomena such as Hetrosis
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to adequately pump blood throughout the body. Endocarditic – A medical term that refers to infection of a heart valve. (Cardiochannel 2009) Systems of Systems of the Body The Circulatory System – the heart, the lungs, and the blood vessels work together to form the circle part of the articulator system. The Respiratory System – supplies the blood with oxygen in order for the blood to deliver oxygen to all parts of the body. (www.stronghealth.com) Common procedures performed Angioplasty – cardiac
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virus must first enter cells at a body surface. Common sites of entry include the mucosal linings of the respiratory, alimentary, and urogenital tracts, the outer surface of the eye (conjunctival membranes or cornea), and the skin (Fig. 1). Figure 1. Sites of viral entry into the host. MID 31 V. Racaniello page 2 Respiratory Tract The most common route of viral entry is through the respiratory tract. The combined absorptive area of the human lung is almost 140 m2. Humans have a resting ventilation
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work together and rely on each other. For example the Circulatory system is the part of the body that carries food, oxygen, and water to the body cells and removes wastes (Marshall, 2004). This system consists of the heart, blood, arteries, veins, capillaries, spleen, lymph nodes, and lymph vessels. (Marshall, 2004). All of these are an example of how they work together to provide the essential needs to survive. Another example is the Respiratory system is what gives the body air to supply oxygen to
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(period) starts. for boys e.g. growth of testicles and penis , growth of pubic hair , change in voice , facial & underarm hair and may experience wet dreams which shows ejaculation from sperm * Gaining of weight * Changes in circulatory and respiratory systems - Increase in strength and stamina Emotional development: * Can experience mood swings such as being happy for a while then quickly changes from happy to being depressed or angry. The mood swings may be caused by the imbalance
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physical rehabilitation. Reactivation of the Inner Body: The perspiration that occurs during anti-gravity yoga is very beneficial for the regulatory functions of the inner body. The blood circulation helps in reactivating our digestive, circulatory and respiratory systems. This in turn is helpful in relaxing the mind, boosting mental abilities and nourishing the skin. It also helps in improving intelligence and memory. Psychological Benefits: Anti-gravity yoga helps in stress relief which in
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WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE TEST? This test was specifically designed to test a student's abilities concerning muscular endurance, muscular strength, muscular flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. Components of the Test Mile Run - ONE MILE RUN - The one mile run test is specifically designed to test cardiovascular endurance. Students will be required to run four (4) laps around the track at Stonington High School. This test does not have a beat that must be maintained or specific criteria
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This book is printed on acid-free paper Manufactured in the United States of America Contents VOLUME ONE About the Editor and Contributors, vii Introduction, ix CHAPTER 1 The Building Blocks of the Human Body, 1 Julie McDowell CHAPTER 2 The Circulatory System, 23 Leslie Mertz CHAPTER 3 The Digestive System, 85
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LEVEL4 - Organ Systems * Groups of two or more tissues that work together to perform a specific function for the organism. * Examples - circulatory system, nervous system, skeletal system, etc. * The Human body has 11 organ systems - circulatory, digestive, endocrine, excretory (urinary), immune(lymphatic), integumentary, muscular, nervous, reproductive, respiratory, and skeletal. | LEVEL 5 - Organisms * Entire living things that can carry out all basic life processes. Meaning they can take in
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