Why Should a Documentation Error in a PPR Never Be

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why should a documentation error in a PPR never be erased or obliterated?

• A) It makes it harder to read the medical record.
• B) The patient may not receive the proper care.
• C) Credibility is reduced if the provider is involved in litigation.
• D) It indicates the procedure was performed incorrectly.

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