History of a contact dermatitis following exposure to latex is a contraindication to the receipt of some vaccines.

Which of the following is NOT a key criterion when abstracting conditions of the ear and mastoid process?

a. What other conditions coexist? b. Is there an underlying disease? c. Is the condition genetic? d. Is there documentation of current or past use of tobacco or exposure to tobacco smoke?

What is the name of the federal agency that researches the quality of health care delivery and identifies the standards of treatment that should be provided?