"Stuffing" Charts Refers To

question 27

Multiple Choice

"Stuffing" charts refers to:

• A)ordering routine diagnostic tests that were not ordered for the patient to legally protect the doctor.
• B)the registered nurse (RN)documenting more than is necessary in the nurses' notes.
• C)placing all charts in proper sequence in the chart rack when not in use.
• D)placing new chart forms in each patient's chart before the need arises.

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