It Is Important to Use Appropriate Terminology When Referring to the Patient

question 4

Multiple Choice

It is important to use appropriate terminology when referring to the patient in the documentation process.This process is known as "person first terminology." Identify the correct statement that meets the requirements of person first terminology.

• A) The paralyzed patient, Mr. Jones, was able to walk 20 feet today.
• B) The CVA patient was doing better today.
• C) Mrs. Smith, who has a left transtibial amputation, is getting her prosthesis today.
• D) The TBI male in room 603 was combative today and needed to be moved.

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Definitions:

Centrality

The degree of importance or essentialness an element holds within a network, system, or organizational structure.

Empathizing Difficulty

The challenge or inability to understand and share the feelings of another person.

Visiting Clients

The act of meeting with clients or customers outside of one’s own office or place of business, often to discuss service, support, or partnership opportunities.

Centrality

Refers to the importance or influence of a particular node within a network, indicating its relative significance in the communication or functional structure.