Which of the following has the greatest adverse effect on the learning process during preoperative education? 

A. the patient's economic status
B. who is providing the education
C. teaching that takes place too far in advance of the surgery
D. the patient's fear and anxiety


D. the patient's fear and anxiety

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A) A form of immunoglobulin E B) An antigen C) A mast cell D) An antibody

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Which involved a combination of planned functions directed toward prudent allocation of medical resources and the administration of appropriate treatment?

A) managed care B) physician credentialing C) root-cause analysis D) utilization management

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The highest law of the United States:

a. International Law b. Public Law c. Supreme Court Law d. U. S. Constitution

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An altered sensation and/or a persistent partial or complete numbness is referred to as ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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