Which Occurs When a Surgeon Requests a Specialist or Other

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which occurs when a surgeon requests a specialist or other physician to examine a patient to determine if the patient can withstand the expected risks of a specific surgery?

• A) consultation
• B) preoperative clearance
• C) referral
• D) transfer

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