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Match the following terms with their descriptions.

Premises:
A file identification system in which the patient receives the same number for all admissions
A file identification system that assigns the same number to an entire family, uniquely identifying each member by a modifier
A file identification system in which the patient receives a new number for each subsequent admission; however, each previous admission is brought forward and filed with the most recent visit
A method of identifying patient records in a computer-based system
An alternative method for storing records
A copier-like piece of equipment used to input paper records in a document imaging system
A file identification system in which the patient receives a new number for each subsequent admission
The length of time required for the maintenance of records
Responses:
Serial unit
Microfilm
Retention schedule
Family unit
Serial
Scanner
Unit
Index

Correct Answer:

A file identification system in which the patient receives the same number for all admissions
A file identification system that assigns the same number to an entire family, uniquely identifying each member by a modifier
A file identification system in which the patient receives a new number for each subsequent admission; however, each previous admission is brought forward and filed with the most recent visit
A method of identifying patient records in a computer-based system
An alternative method for storing records
A copier-like piece of equipment used to input paper records in a document imaging system
A file identification system in which the patient receives a new number for each subsequent admission
The length of time required for the maintenance of records
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