To protect patient confidentiality, medical records can be released

A) to an attorney.
B) to a judge.
C) to the patient's family members.
D) only with the patient's written consent.


Answer: D

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Which of the following are true when heated-wire circuits are used with heated humidifiers ex-cept:

a. the humidifier operates at a higher tem-perature. b. there is less condensate and a reduced need for drainage. c. cost savings (less water and staff time) are realized. d. there is less infection risk for both patient and caregivers.

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A. Exercise electrocardiography B. Magnetic resonance imaging C. Echocardiogram D. Positron emission tomography

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