The Hospital Has Recently Implemented Computer Charting

question 8

Multiple Choice

The hospital has recently implemented computer charting. The nurse knows the computerization of nursing practice has what impact?

• A) It enhances and increases the time spent on documentation.
• B) It makes patient data immediately available to the health care team.
• C) It makes retrieval of data more difficult but safer.
• D) It is enhanced by limiting the use of point-of-care technology.

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Definitions:

Dyspnea

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Inflammation of the bronchial tubes, often characterized by coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing.

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