Why might a patient's social information be pertinent to his or her medical care? How might knowledge of social information assist the physician in treating the patient?

What will be an ideal response?


A patient's social information may be relevant to the type of care needed. A patient who smokes or engages in risky behaviors may have different healthcare needs than a patient who is a vegetarian or one who works in a high-stress job.

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When a hospital changes the official bed or bassinet count during a period, the formula will include the number of beds or bassinets for that period.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The final (third) stage of labor is characterized by:

a. dilation of the cervix. b. expulsion of the infant. c. expulsion of the placenta. d. crowning of the baby's head.

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List the four major types of hazards faced by healthcare workers

What will be an ideal response?

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What is the Montgomery County goal in terms of dealing with its high infant mortality rates?

A) reduce obesity rates by 20% B) reduce smoking rates by 10% C) reduce preterm births by 10% D) reduce diabetes by 20%

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