2. Which of the following is the diagnosis code which represents the condition, established after study, to be chiefly responsible for occasioning the admission
of the patient to the hospital for care?
a. Admitting
b. Principal
c. Primary
d. Principle

i believe the answer is (B)

Explanation:

Definition: The Principal/Primary Diagnosis is the condition established after study to be chiefly responsible for occasioning the admission of the patient to the hospital for care.

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