If There Is More Than One Patient with the Identical

question 55

Multiple Choice

If there is more than one patient with the identical last name, first name, and middle initial, the master patient index entries are then arranged according to

• A) date of birth.
• B) date of admission.
• C) social security number.
• D) mother's maiden name.

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Definitions:

GI Tract

stands for the gastrointestinal tract, which is the pathway starting from the mouth to the anus, including all the organs involved in digestion and absorption of food.

Absorbable Form

A type of medical or pharmaceutical product designed to be absorbed by the body, often referring to sutures or drugs.

Pruritus Ani

Itching around the anus.

Itching

An uncomfortable sensation on the skin that provokes the desire to scratch, often caused by irritation, allergies, or infections.