The final two digits of an NDC number represent which of the following?

The drug product
The package size and type of packaging
The identification of the manufacturer
None of these


The package size and type of packaging

Rationale: The final two digits of an NDC number represent the package size and type of packaging. These digits are officially described as the "package code". The package code is assigned by the labeler (manufacturer, repackager, or distributor).

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____________________ implies that the physician's actions are acts of mercy and charity, a good act performed for people at a time of need.

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

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Left ankle replacement: ________

Assign the first three characters for the following procedures:

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A disadvantage of communicating by telephone is that 

A. you cannot see the caller's visual signals such as body language or facial expressions. B. the patient's feelings are communicated easily over the telephone. C. you have to talk with difficult patients. D. you have to relay messages to the physician.

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