Rachel is diagnosed with typhoid.She is admitted to the hospital for immediate treatment of the disease.Although she has been diagnosed,she is still put through various tests.She is not assigned any medication,and her condition steadily deteriorates.Rachel's case exemplifies

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Rachel's case exemplifies medical delay, which refers to delays in the medical system, including diagnosis and treatment, that can lead to worsening illness or even death. Despite being diagnosed with typhoid, Rachel was not assigned any medication and her condition worsened.

Rachel Is Diagnosed with Typhoid