Describe How a Case Is Assigned to a Major Diagnostic

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Short Answer

Describe how a case is assigned to a Major Diagnostic Category.

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Definitions:

Gastrointestinal Tract

The digestive tract stretching from the mouth to the anus, including all the organs involved in digestion and absorption of food.

Systolic Murmur

A heart sound that occurs during the systole phase of the cardiac cycle, often indicating an abnormality in blood flow or heart function.

Functional

Describes something designed to be practical and useful, often in relation to specific tasks or purposes.

Blood Volume

The total amount of blood circulating within the body, essential for delivering nutrients and oxygen and removing waste products.