The Justification for Ordering a CBC,TSH,and Serum B12 for a Patient

question 5

Multiple Choice

The justification for ordering a CBC,TSH,and serum B12 for a patient you suspect may have clinical depression is:

• A) To determine the cause of sadness
• B) Because of overlapping symptoms with anemia,thyroid dysfunction,and nutritional deficiencies
• C) To differentiate between depression and metabolic disorders
• D) To rule out vascular disease

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Definitions:

Cohesive

Describes a group, organization, or other collection of individuals that is united or sticking together closely, often sharing common goals or attitudes.

Interpersonal Zones

The physical distances individuals maintain in social interactions, which can indicate levels of intimacy, comfort, or social norms.

Private Zone

An area of personal space or psychological boundary that individuals maintain for their comfort and autonomy.

Hall

Commonly references a physical space or corridor within a building, but without additional context, cannot be precisely defined.