An Order from a Primary Care Provider for the Patient

question 47

Multiple Choice

An order from a primary care provider for the patient to see a specialist is a(n)

• A) preauthorization.
• B) policy.
• C) referral.
• D) health insurance exchange.

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Definitions:

Gaseous Biogeochemical Cycles

The circulation of chemical elements like carbon and nitrogen through the atmosphere, involving exchanges between living organisms and physical processes.

Carbon Dioxide

A gas devoid of color and smell, produced from the burning of carbon-containing compounds and the act of breathing. Naturally found in the environment, it is essential for plant photosynthesis.

Atmosphere

The layer of gases surrounding the Earth that is held in place by gravity and is composed of nitrogen, oxygen, and trace gases.

Lower Layer

Refers to the bottom or underneath sections in a stratified structure, such as atmospheric layers, soil profiles, or bodies of water.