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Question 2

October 16, 2019

 

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To reduce the risk of diagnostic error in an office-based practice, a clinician should:

 

 

 

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Utilize a "diagnostic time out" to consider alternative possibilities.
 

 

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Focus on thoroughness during the History and Physical (H&P) evaluation.
 

 

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Maintain a consistent system for tracking and communicating test results.
 

 

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Recognize that both minor and major injuries can lead to diagnostic claims.
 

 

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All of the above
 

 

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