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StructureDefinition for ParameterDefinition
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"name": "ParameterDefinition",
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"date": "2018-04-03T12:05:46+10:00",
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"description": "Base StructureDefinition for ParameterDefinition Type: The parameters to the module. This collection specifies both the input and output parameters. Input parameters are provided by the caller as part of the $evaluate operation. Output parameters are included in the GuidanceResponse.",
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"comment": "There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.",
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"definition": "The name of the parameter used to allow access to the value of the parameter in evaluation contexts.",
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Usage note: every effort has been made to ensure that the examples are correct and useful, but they are not a normative part of the specification.