The Nurse Uses the Flow Sheet in Patient Care Documentation

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse uses the flow sheet in patient care documentation primarily:

• A) to track routine assessments, treatments, and frequently given care.
• B) to eliminate written narratives and to save time.
• C) in computer-assisted charting to create visual graphs showing change.
• D) to improve continuity of care and exchange of information among disciplines.

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Definitions:

Posture Suggest

Posture suggest relates to the notion that one's body position can imply or communicate non-verbal information or reflect one's state of health.

Interviewer

A person who asks questions in a conversation, research study, or selection process to gather information or assess qualifications.

Verbal Responses

The spoken answers or reactions of a person, which are used to assess their cognitive and psychological state.

Patient's Narrative

A patient's account of their illness and experiences, often used in medical contexts to understand their health-related issues better.