Which of the Following Is an Independent Panel of Experts

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an independent panel of experts that reviews and makes recommendations of clinical preventative services?

• A) U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
• B) Institute of Medicine of the National Academies
• C) Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
• D) College of American Pathologists
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Pons

A part of the brainstem that plays key roles in regulating breathing, communication between different parts of the brain, and sensations such as hearing, taste, and balance.

Breathing

The process of inhaling and exhaling air to facilitate gas exchange with the internal environment, primarily by bringing in oxygen and flushing out carbon dioxide.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, typically expressed as beats per minute (bpm).

Thalamus

A major part of the brain that acts as a relay station for sensory information.