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Veterinary Technician

Category - Animal Care

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The medical prognosis is usually communicated after a diagnosis has been made. What is the purpose of including a prognosis in the patient medical record?

Helps determine what level of treatment is appropriate to engage in
Let's a client know when the patient's condition is fatal
Establishes a baseline for which to gauge improvement
Communicates a diagnostic plan

Explanation

Answer: A - The prognosis helps determine what level of treatment is appropriate to engage in for the animal. The prognosis may change as disease progresses and treatment is implemented and should always be included as part of the patients medical record.

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