A Nurse Is Using a Concurrent Audit to Review Documentation

question 19

Multiple Choice

A nurse is using a concurrent audit to review documentation following home health visits.Why is this type of audit most appropriate in this situation?

• A) It is less costly than a retrospective audit.
• B) It represents the total picture of care that the client receives.
• C) It provides more accurate data for planning corrective action.
• D) It identifies problems at the time that care is given.

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