What may be the consequential result of autopsies performed in hospitals to confirm or correct clinical diagnoses?
A. research
B. ethical decision making
C. risk management
D. quality assurance
E. criminal investigations
D. quality assurance
Autopsies performed in hospitals may confirm or correct clinical diagnoses, thus providing a measure of quality assurance. Autopsy results can also highlight those cases in which diagnoses tend to be incorrect, or treatments tend to be ineffective, thereby adding to scientific knowledge and revealing areas that need further study. In cases of suspicious deaths, autopsy results can provide information to help law enforcement authorities, such as cause and time of death.
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A) a bulky dressing held in place with adhesive strips. B) an occlusive bandage sealed on three sides and open on the fourth side. C) a dry dressing covered by an adherent bandage. D) a sterile, wet dressing held in place with an elastic bandage.
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