Labeling a Patient with a Diagnosis Is Often Referred to as a "Double-Edged

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Essay

Labeling a patient with a diagnosis is often referred to as a "double-edged sword" as the diagnostic label can both help and hurt the patient. Explain the advantages and disadvantages (to the patient) of a diagnostic label.

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