It is very important to use abbreviations correctly; otherwise, critical errors in patient care can occur. Here is an example of two similar abbreviations with very different meanings: ____.
A. Ca++ (calcium) and Cc (cancer)
B. CA+ (calcium) and CA (cancer)
C. Ca++ (calcium) and Ca (cancer)
D. C++ (calcium) and CA (cancer)
Answer: C
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