The chief component of connective tissues and bones that deteriorates as people age is called:

A. fibrin.
B. elastin.
C. sebum.
D. collagen.


Answer: D. collagen.

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All of the following statements are true of the patient health record EXCEPT:

A) medical bills will not be paid if the patient record does not contain necessary documentation. B) it provides information about the patient's health history. C) it is the primary communication document for those who care for the patient. D) it provides information about the patient's treatment. E) it is not used for billing and reimbursement.

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A patient who is HIV positive passed away in a car accident. His physician made a comment to the patient's best friend that he couldn't believe the patient had HIV but ended up dying in a car accident instead. Since the patient is dead it doesn't matter that the physician mentioned his HIV status

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A chartered bank's certificate of deposit is ____.

A. a document showing how much was deposited into a bank account B. generally issued in $5000 denominations C. insured by the federal government if less than $100,000 D. a long term, high interest rate investment

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