Which term describes the main service performed for the condition listed as the principal diagnosis for a hospital inpatient?

A. admitting procedure
B. principal procedure
C. principal diagnosis
D. primary procedure


Answer: B

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Safe practices when parking your emergency vehicle on a roadway at night include all of the following, EXCEPT:

A) using your emergency flashers. B) leaving the headlights on. C) wearing a reflective vest. D) turning off the strobe lights.

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Why are coloring and flavoring added to compounded medications?

A) Therapeutic effect B) Psychological effect C) Increased prescriber compliance D) Higher retail price

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