Which of the following statements best reflects a probable diagnosis?
a. It is the final diagnosis identified through careful consideration, discernment, and clinical judgment
b. It is considered to be an uncertain likelihood, but one that could be the final diagnosis
c. It is the preliminary diagnosis subject to careful consideration, discernment, and clinical judgment
d. It is considered to be very plausible by the physician because of the findings, data, and information gathered about the presenting problem and the patient
d) It is considered to be very plausible by the physician because of the findings, data, and information gathered about the presenting problem and the patient
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a. viral infection b. auto-immunodeficiency c. leukocytosis d. none of the above
You will MOST likely develop your field impression of a patient based on the:
A) medications the patient is taking. B) chief complaint and patient history. C) results of your secondary assessment. D) patient's perception of his or her problem.