Biometrics Is The

question 21

Multiple Choice

Biometrics is the:

• A) study of facial features.
• B) study of skull shapes.
• C) identification of anomalies for the purpose of matching.
• D) identification based on measurable anatomical traits.

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Definitions:

Patient Fall

An incident where a patient unintentionally comes to rest on the ground or lower level, posing significant health risks, especially in healthcare settings.

Disposing of Patient Information

The process of properly destroying or managing records to protect patient privacy and comply with legal requirements.

Faxing

The transmission of scanned printed material (both text and images) via a telephone line to a printer or another output device.

Electronic Patient Information

Digital records of healthcare information pertaining to individual patients, including medical history, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes.