Given That Hemoglobin A1c Levels Are Consistent for Approximately 3

question 7

Multiple Choice

Given that hemoglobin A1c levels are consistent for approximately 3 months, performance of POCT in the physician's office has been demonstrated to ______patient counseling and ______ hemoglobin A1c levels, improving both patient and physician satisfaction.

• A)misdirect, decrease
• B)enhance, increase
• C)misdirect, increase
• D)enhance, decrease

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