When the Same Condition Is Described as Both Acute (Subacute)and

question 8

Multiple Choice

When the same condition is described as both acute (subacute) and chronic,and separate subentries exist in the alphabetic Index at the same indentation level

• A) code both and sequence the acute (subacute) code first
• B) code only the acute
• C) code only the chronic
• D) code both and sequence the chronic code first

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Definitions:

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A counseling approach that helps individuals resolve ambivalent feelings and insecurities to find the internal motivation needed for change.

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