Where in the surgical environment would you find the receptionist, pneumatic tube system, and computer systems used to retrieve patient records?

a. Conference room
b. Support service office
c. Central control desk
d. Central processing area


ANS: C
This desk is in the unrestricted area where communication is coordinated, a tube system can be used to deliver paperwork and specimens, and patient information may be obtained.

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