In the formula D/H × Q = X, the D stands for:

A) dosage available
B) dose on hand
C) desired dosage
D) dosage ordered


C) desired dosage
In this formula, the "D" stands for "desired dosage." This is the amount of drug that is intended for administration to the patient.

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Pressure ulcer codes are combination codes that include all of the following EXCEPT:

A) site. B) laterality. C) age of the patient. D) state.

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A feature of Blue Cross/Blue Shield (BCBS) is ____. 

A. routine cancellation of a patient's policy because of poor health B. there is no provision for conversion to individual coverage C. specific plans for BCBS can vary greatly D. denial of transfer of benefits from one state to another E. it is a national nonprofit service organization

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If a characteristic of a population's behavior or environment influences the occurrence of disease, it is said to be a(n) _______________ of that disease.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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