| behaviour and behaviour mechanisms | The observable response made to a situation and the unconscious processes underlying it. (12 Dec 1998) |
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| reimbursement mechanisms | Processes or methods of reimbursement for services rendered or equipment. (12 Dec 1998) |
| health care evaluation mechanisms | Methods and techniques used in evaluating the quality of health care, its planning, and delivery. (12 Dec 1998) |
| defense mechanisms | Unconscious process used by an individual or a group of individuals in order to cope with impulses, feelings or ideas which are not acceptable at their conscious level; various types include reaction formation, projection and self reversal. (12 Dec 1998) |