In the sentence "Antacids have provided some relief for several months, but pain has increased significantly during the past few weeks," which HPI element does the phrase "antacid have provided some relief for several months" support?
a. Location
b. Quality
c. Associated signs and symptoms
d. Modifying factor
d) Modifying factor (because this phrase defines any action or treatment taken by the patient intended to modify or improve the pain or discomfort)
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A. Drawl a single line through it. B. Erase the mistake. C. Cover up the mistake with correction fluid. D. All of the above.
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A. partnership. B. group practice. C. professional corporation. D. sole proprietorship. E. clinic.