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Inclusive Start Date Qualifier

Mandatory Repeatable Data Type Authority Level Available A/V Only Public Element
No No Variable Character Length (8) Date Qualifier List Record Group
Collection
Series
No Yes

 

Definition:

The means for indicating an uncertain or approximate inclusive start date.

 

Purpose: Alerts users to uncertain or approximate inclusive start dates.

 

Relationship: This element is dependent on Inclusive Start Date. To have Inclusive Start Date Qualifier, Inclusive Start Date must be created.

 

Guidance:

Choose the appropriate term from the Date Qualifier Authority List.

Use "?" if uncertainty exists regarding the date.

Use "ca." if the date is approximate.



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