What Fact Is the Nurse Aware of When Charting Using

question 23

Multiple Choice

What fact is the nurse aware of when charting using paper nursing notes?

• A) Use red ink so the nursing entries stand out.
• B) When mistakes are made in documentation, the nurse should white out the entry.
• C) Only one nurse should document on a sheet so that it can be removed in case of error.
• D) The medical record, in any format, is the most reliable source of information in a legal action.

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