Question

Ordering the correct diagnostic procedure for a patient is a measure of _________. When evaluating the process of care, however, appropriateness is only half the story. The other half is in how well and how promptly (i.e. skill-fully) the procedure was carried out.

A. Consciousness
B. Appropriateness
C. Care assessment
D. Equity

Answer 1

Ordering the correct diagnostic procedure for a patient is a measure of appropriateness. The other half of evaluating the process of care is how well and promptly the procedure was carried out.

Step-by-step explanation:

Ordering the correct diagnostic procedure for a patient is a measure of appropriateness. When evaluating the process of care, however, appropriateness is only half the story. The other half is in how well and how promptly (i.e. skill-fully) the procedure was carried out.