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:

Emotional Intelligence

The ability to understand, use, and manage one's own emotions in positive ways to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges, and defuse conflict.

Cross-Cultural

Relating to or comparing two or more cultures, aiming to understand their differences and similarities to enhance interactions and reduce conflicts.

Social Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings or attitudes of others within a social context.

Emotional Intelligence

The ability to recognize, understand, manage, and use one’s own emotions and those of others in positive ways.