What is a patent foramen ovale (PFO)? In about 25% to 33% of people (that is, one in three to four individuals), the foramen ovale tissue flap does not close completely. When the foramen ovale remains open, it is called a â patent foramen ovaleâ or PFO. A PFO can allow a small amount of blood to pass from the right side of the heart to the left side
the minimum necessary standard is intended to be consistent with and not override professional judgment and standards and that practices must implement policies and procedures based on their own assessment of what phi is reasonably necessary for a particular purpose
What are prerequisites? Prerequisites are minimum entry requirements for admission to a program. Subject prerequisites are specific subjects applicants need to have studied and passed at Queensland Year 12/matriculation level or equivalent. They are intended to ensure all persons entering a program have studied and achieved an appropriate level of knowledge in subject areas deemed necessary to undertake the program successfully. Applicants who satisfy the prerequisite requirements are then eligible to compete for a place on the basis of the entry rank allocated to their qualifications.