A condition that remains after a patient's acute illness or injury is called a(n):
A) complication.
B) late effect.
C) manifestation.
D) adverse effect.

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A late effect is a condition that persists after the acute phase of an illness or injury has resolved. Complications, manifestations, and adverse effects can all occur during the acute phase of an illness or injury.

A Condition That Remains After a Patient's Acute Illness or Injury