atient presents to the emergency room with a sudden onset of right sided weakness and the inability to talk.  You are called to evaluate the patient.  Your oral motor exam confirms a right-sided lower facial weakness.  The eyes deviate to the left, the

Please give an explanation on the answer that was picked. Thank You.  A mother brings her 20-month-old son to the pediatrician. She suspects that he has a sinus infection. During the visit, the mother voices her concern that her son has been having frequent infections since he was around 6 months old. She states that he recovers only briefly before he has another ear infection, sinus infection, or even pneumonia. The pediatrician reviews the chart and acknowledges to the mother that her son has had more infections than the average child. 1. The pediatrician orders laboratory analysis targeted at an immunodeficiency diagnosis. Which of the following tests would be most beneficial in diagnosing this patient?  A). Red blood cell count B). Immunoglobulin levels C). Metabolic panel D). Gram stain and culture 2. The child’s IgG, IgM, and IgA levels are very low, indicating a lack of immunoglobulins. Taking into account the child's age and sex, which primary immunodeficiency is most likely?…

Emma Mastrangelo had a CT scan of the brain today because of recurrent migraines. Total charges are $720.50. Her benefits pay 90 percent of this procedure. The allowed amount is $462.60. What is the patient responsibility, discount amount, and the amount the carrier pays provider?

After their marriage, Calle will be covered by her husbands health insurance. Calle is ethical in completing her application for this coverage and mentions MS diagnosis. But she has question. Where could Calle get information as to whether or not the insurance company will cover her expensive medications for this disease