The Nurse Manager Is Discussing the Principles of Documentation with the Nursing

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse manager is discussing the principles of documentation with the nursing staff. Which statement made by a nurse indicates an understanding of the principle of professionalism?

• A) "I will maintain the privacy of the information that I document."
• B) "I will use uniform language so my documentation can be understood."
• C) "I will use quotation marks when I record my subjective data."
• D) "I will make sure I immediately document all of my assessments."

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Definitions:

Financial Position

An overview of an entity's economic resources, obligations, and net worth at a point in time, typically represented by the balance sheet.

Owners' Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a business after deducting its liabilities, representing the ownership's value in the firm.

Net Worth

The total assets of an individual or company minus its total liabilities, representing the financial value of the entity.

Net Income

The total profit of a company after all expenses and taxes have been deducted from revenue.