Some Studies Show That Inadequate Social Support in Post-Surgical Patients

question 16

Multiple Choice

Some studies show that inadequate social support in post-surgical patients, when compared to fully supported patients, is associated with ________.

• A) an unchanged amount of pain
• B) increased experience of pain
• C) higher functional outcomes
• D) decreased experience of pain

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Approved Medical Bill

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A health care delivery system designed to manage cost, utilization, and quality of health services.

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