During the investigation of allegations of suspected fraud and abuse, when a government agent presents with a search warrant for patient records, the health information manager _____

A) Collects all records and answers any additional questions asked by the agent
B) Has a duty to cooperate with the agent and must notify facility legal counsel
C) Is prohibited from notifying legal counsel if also served with a court order
D) Rejects the advice of legal counsel if the government agent instructs as such


B

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a. radial b. femoral c. brachial d. dorsal

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A) True B) False

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