The ability to critically evaluate a patient's condition and formulate a treatment plan rests on all of the following EXCEPT:
A) an excellent working knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
B) identifying and dealing with medical ambiguity.
C) strictly following protocols.
D) the ability to focus on large amounts of data.

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Strictly following protocols can limit the ability to think critically and adapt to individual patient needs. While having a good understanding of anatomy and physiology, identifying and dealing with medical ambiguity, and focusing on large amounts of data are all important for formulating a treatment plan.

The Ability to Critically Evaluate a Patient's Condition and Formulate