You Want to Review the One Document in Your Facility

question 117

Multiple Choice

You want to review the one document in your facility that will spell out the documentation requirements for patient records; designate the time frame for completion by the active medical staff; and indicate the penalties for failure to comply with these record standards. Your best resource will be

• A) medical staff bylaws.
• B) quality management plan.
• C) Joint Commission accreditation manual.
• D) medical staff rules and regulations.

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