The First Document Found in a Patient's Financial Record Is

question 52

Multiple Choice

The first document found in a patient's financial record is the ____.

• A) patient registration form
• B) doctor's diagnosis and treatment plan
• C) patient medical history
• D) records from other physicians or hospitals
• E) signed informed consent form

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Definitions:

First-Impression Error

A cognitive bias where initial impressions about a person significantly influence perceptions and judgments about them later on, even in the face of contradictory evidence.

Interviewers

Individuals who conduct interviews, typically for the purpose of assessing qualifications and suitability of candidates for a position or for gathering information.

Golem Effect

A psychological phenomenon where lower expectations placed upon individuals either by themselves or others lead to poorer performance.

Expectations

Beliefs about what will happen in the future, often based on experience, understanding, or projections.