Penny,a Bit of a Hypochondriac,decides That She Should Have MRIs

question 29

Multiple Choice

Penny,a bit of a hypochondriac,decides that she should have MRIs covering her whole body and insists that her doctor order them.Penny tells her doctor that she is not concerned about cost because she has great insurance.Which of the following is the appropriate and recognized term for the problem associated with her behavior as far as an insurer is concerned?

• A) Hypochondria neurosis
• B) Hypochondria psychosis
• C) Moral hazard
• D) Medical excessiveness
• E) Unfair persuasiveness

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Definitions:

Clinical Decision Making

The process by which healthcare professionals determine the best course of action in patient care based on clinical evidence, patient values, and judgment.

Breath Sounds

The noises produced by the movement of air through the respiratory system, typically assessed during a physical examination using a stethoscope.

Validate the Data

The process of ensuring that data collected is accurate, reliable, and represents what it purports to measure.

Document the Sound

The process of recording or transcribing specific sounds, often for the purpose of analysis or diagnosis in medical or environmental studies.