Define persistent vegetative state (PVS).
What will be an ideal response?
PVS is severe mental impairment characterized by irreversible cessation of the higher functions of the brain, most often caused by damage to the cerebral cortex.
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Which professional is employed by third-party payers to review health-related claims to determine whether the costs are reasonable and medically necessary based on the patient's diagnosis?
a. health information technician b. insurance specialist c. liability underwriter d. medical assistant
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Which of the following would a patient be most likely to find in a patient portal?
A. Educational materials and links to support healthy choices B. Data from competing hospitals in the community C. Copies of incident reports D. Hospital infant mortality rates
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