The Condition, After Study, That Is the Primary, or Main

question 39

Multiple Choice

The condition, after study, that is the primary, or main, reason for the admission of a patient to the hospital for care; the condition that requires the largest amount of hospital resources for care is known as the:

• A) principal diagnosis.
• B) differential diagnosis.
• C) sequela diagnosis.
• D) systemic condition.

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Definitions:

Inventory Levels

The quantities of goods and materials kept on hand by a business to meet demand, production, and operational needs, essential for effective inventory management.

Total Logistics Costs

This term refers to the combined expenses associated with logistics activities, including transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and order processing.

Production Costs

The total expenses incurred in the process of producing goods or services, including materials, labor, and overhead.