Following the call for a clear and convincing evidence standard, is there still a need for proxy decision standards based on substituted judgment? Defend your position
Given the court requirements for a clear and convincing evidence of choice by the patient, the need for the substituted judgment proxy decision standard has been diminished, but one could envision situations where it might be useful.
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A) blepharoptosis. B) a history of cardiac problems. C) cirrhosis of the liver. D) chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Prior to delivery, the EMT prepares to create a sterile field around the patient's vaginal opening. This is best accomplished by:
A) Placing sheets from the OB kit over both the patient's legs and her abdomen B) Using towels from the patient's residence to wrap each leg and cover her abdomen C) Using a sheet from the patient's bed to cover her abdomen and groin D) Placing a sheet from the OB kit under the patient's hips and another over her abdomen and legs
Under the 2008 Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), which of the following statements is TRUE?
A. Health plans can deny health care coverage solely based on genetic predisposition for developing disease in the future. B. Employers can fire employees based on genetic predisposition for developing disease in the future. C. Health plans can charge higher premiums to those with a genetic predisposition for developing disease in the future. D. Health plans must provide healthcare coverage to individuals with genetic predisposition for developing disease in the future.
_____________ (sometimes referred to as a"link") refers to a relationship between a medical procedure (CPT®/HCPCS code) and a diagnosis (ICD code).
A. Modifier B. Crossover C. Adjudicate D. Crosswalk