The Procedure for Correcting an Error on a Patient's Chart

question 31

Multiple Choice

The procedure for correcting an error on a patient's chart form that is incorrectly labeled with another patient's ID label is to:

• A)place the correct patient's ID label over the incorrect label.
• B)peel the incorrect ID label off and replace it with the correct label.
• C)draw an X across the incorrect label,record information as one would when a written entry is made,and place the correct label next to the incorrect label.
• D)shred the form,obtain a new form,and label with the correct label.

Understand how information overload can become a barrier to effective communication and ways to mitigate it.

Understand barriers to effective communication and how to overcome them.

Identify and apply effective listening techniques.

Differentiate between facts, inferences, and perceptions in communication.

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Definitions:

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Intestinal Tract

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