If a Patient Calls the Office Complaining of Moderate to Severe

question 67

Multiple Choice

If a patient calls the office complaining of moderate to severe abdominal pain, which action is necessary?

• A) Activate EMS
• B) Same-day appointment
• C) Worked into the schedule in the next 3 to 4 days
• D) Refer patient to emergency room if no space available in schedule

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Definitions:

Whole Grain

Food products made from the entire grain seed, including the bran, germ, and endosperm, offering health benefits like reducing heart disease risk.

Blood Glucose

The main sugar found in the blood, which comes from the food we eat, and is the body's principal source of energy.

Amino Acids

Organic compounds that combine to form proteins, essential for many body functions including tissue repair and nutrient absorption.

Free Radicals

Unstable molecules that can damage cells, contributing to aging and diseases, including cancer.