How Has the Parent-Professional Relationship Changed Since 1975 When PL

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Essay

How has the parent-professional relationship changed since 1975 when PL 9-142 became law?

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Definitions:

Preadmission Testing

Medical tests or evaluations conducted before admission to a hospital or surgical procedure to ensure patient readiness.

Medication History

The documentation and review of a patient's previous and current pharmaceutical drugs, used for assessing treatment and identifying possible adverse interactions or allergies.

Diet Progression

The gradual increase or adjustment in a patient's diet complexity and texture to match their recovery or digestive ability.

Ambulatory Surgery

Surgical procedures performed on patients who are admitted and discharged on the same day.