Asked by Monique Jimenez on Jul 25, 2024

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Provider's decision about a patient's condition based on the health history,symptoms,examination findings,and any other procedures and laboratory tests thought necessary to confirm the decision

A) scribe
B) otoscope
C) stethoscope
D) spirometer
E) guaiac test paper
F) ophthalmoscope
G) Romberg balance test
H) alternating motion
I) tuning fork
J) heel-to-shin
K) heel-to-toe
L) assessment

Provider's Decision

The choices or judgments made by healthcare professionals regarding the course of treatment or care for their patients.

Assessment

Evaluation or analysis of the nature, ability, or quality of someone or something.

  • Understand the components and purposes of a complete physical examination (CPE).
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Mason RiehlJul 31, 2024
Final Answer :
L
Explanation :
An assessment in the medical context refers to the provider's evaluation and decision-making process regarding a patient's condition. This involves reviewing the patient's health history, analyzing symptoms, conducting physical examinations, and possibly ordering additional tests or procedures to confirm the diagnosis.