Who Is the Originator of the Message in the Communication

question 53

Multiple Choice

Who is the originator of the message in the communication process?

• A) the receiver
• B) the encoder
• C) the sender
• D) the communicator

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Definitions:

Fractured Lower Leg

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Initial Assessment

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The act of listening to the internal sounds of the body, typically using a stethoscope, for medical diagnosis.

Stethoscope

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