The NPDB Specifies the Entities That Are Eligible to Request

question 64

Multiple Choice

The NPDB specifies the entities that are eligible to request information from the data bank, as well as the conditions under which requests are allowed. In general, entities that are eligible to request information from the NPDB include

• A) medical malpractice insurers and the general public
• B) medical malpractice insurers and professional societies that are screening applicants for membership
• C) the general public and state licensing boards
• D) state licensing boards and professional societies that are screening applicants for membership

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Definitions:

Nonverbal Communication

A form of communication that involves the transmission of messages without the use of words, using body language, facial expressions, gestures, posture, and tone of voice instead.

Connotative Meaning

The emotional and cultural associations attached to a word or phrase, beyond its literal dictionary definition.

Choice of Clothing

The decisions individuals make regarding their attire, which can reflect personal style, cultural practices, social status, and functional needs.

Communication Models

Theoretical frameworks describing how information is transmitted and received between communicators, encompassing various elements like sender, message, medium, receiver, and feedback.