Which Is an Example of a Distal Outcome in Outcomes

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which is an example of a distal outcome in outcomes research?

• A) Glucose monitoring skills in patients receiving diabetic teaching
• B) Hospital readmission rates in patients admitted for myocardial infarction
• C) Pain scores before and after pain medication
• D) Patient perception of tobacco advertising among COPD patients

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Definitions:

Explicit Interest

Interest rates that are clearly stated and agreed upon, typically seen in loan agreements or bond terms.

Commercial Paper

An unsecured, short-term debt instrument issued by corporations, typically used for the financing of accounts payable and inventories.

Repayment Terms

Conditions agreed upon by lenders and borrowers regarding how a loan will be repaid, including interest rates and duration.

Revolving Credit Agreement

A legal financial contract between a lender and a borrower that allows the borrower to access funds up to a pre-approved credit limit, repay, and withdraw again.