Positive outcomes depend on the:
a. number of laboratory tests ordered.
b. quality of decisions made.
c. use of pharmacologic modalities.
d. time saved by the use of ancillary person-nel.
B
Positive patient outcomes are dependent on your ability to arrive at accurate hypotheses that then direct quality patient care decisions.
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