A Patient States That He Occasionally Takes an Over-The-Counter Laxative

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient states that he occasionally takes an over-the-counter laxative for constipation.This information is an example of which of the following?

• A) Objective data
• B) Inspection
• C) Subjective data
• D) Alternative therapy

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Definitions:

Informed Consent

A process in which a patient voluntarily agrees to participate in a treatment, research study, or procedure after understanding the risks, benefits, and alternatives.

Institutional Agreement

A formal arrangement between institutions that outlines the terms and conditions of a partnership, collaboration, or mutual understanding.

Single-Subject Experimental

A research design that focuses on the response of a single participant to document the effectiveness of an intervention.

Rare Disorder

A health condition that affects a small percentage of the population, often complicated by a lack of broad medical knowledge and treatment options.