Which of the Following Nurses Has Committed a Serious Documentation

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following nurses has committed a serious documentation error?

• A) Susan documents all medications for her patients prior to administration.
• B) Jim documents medication administration as the medications are given.
• C) Jane documents assessments as they are completed.
• D) Jon documents meal intake as he picks up meal trays.

---

Definitions:

Symbolic Interactionist

A theoretical perspective in sociology that focuses on the importance of symbols and language as core elements of human interaction.

Positivistic

Pertaining to positivism, a philosophical system recognizing only that which can be scientifically verified or which is capable of logical or mathematical proof, and therefore rejecting metaphysics and theism.

Qualitative

This term pertains to research that focuses on understanding concepts, thoughts, or experiences through methods such as interviews, observations, and analysis of text and documents.

Ascribed Status

A social position assigned to a person at birth or assumed involuntarily later in life, based on factors like gender, family heritage, and ethnicity.