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Today's Terms
Patient Bill of Rights
Definition:
A list of principles to be followed to ensure that patients receiving health care services will be treated with dignity and will participate fully in decisions relevant to their health care
Alzheimer's Disease
Definition:
A progressive, neurodegenerative disease characterized by death of nerve cells in several areas of the brain, leading to loss of mental functions and physical function. Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia.
Trustee
Definition:
A legal term referring to a person who holds legal title to property in order to administer it for a beneficiary.
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