A Preexisting Condition That Is Present on Admission and May

question 22

Multiple Choice

A preexisting condition that is present on admission and may lead to increased resource use is a ____.

• A)comorbidity
• B)complication
• C)provisional diagnosis
• D)morbidity

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Definitions:

NREM Sleep

Non-Rapid Eye Movement Sleep, a type of sleep that is characterized by slower brain waves and is considered restful and restorative.

General Adaptive Syndrome

A three-stage response (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) that the body undergoes while under stress, described by Hans Selye.

Stressors

External or internal forces or events that cause stress to an individual, potentially affecting their mental and physical well-being.

Life-Change Research

Studies that examine how significant life events impact individuals' stress levels and overall well-being.