Martin Greene is a patient in the office of Dr. Murray. Mr. Greene is being seen today for his complaint of neck and back pain. Mr. Greene has a medical history that includes hypertension and gout. He was seen three weeks prior to today's visit for his annual medical checkup. What type of patient is Mr. Greene?

You are transferring a patient from a nursing home to the hospital when you notice on the patient's record that he has hepatitis C. You know that hepatitis C:

A) can be prevented by vaccination. B) causes inflammation of the liver. C) is easily transmitted via mucous membranes. D) causes no symptoms in most patients.

HIV testing: ________

Fill in the blank with correct word.