Last Week, on a Computer Generated Report, You Accidentally Documented

question 10

Multiple Choice

Last week, on a computer generated report, you accidentally documented that a patient suffered from hypertension when, in fact, he did not. Unfortunately, the report has been locked by the computer and cannot be changed; however, it can be printed. Your first action would be to:

• A) retype the entire report and include the change.
• B) print the report and draw a line through the error.
• C) contact the hospital and have them change it in the patient's medical record.
• D) notify the medical director so that she can fix the error.

---

Definitions:

Agoraphobia

An anxiety disorder characterized by an intense fear of being in spaces or situations where escape might be difficult or help might not be available in the event of a panic attack.

Anxiety

A mental health condition characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.

Escape

The act of breaking free from confinement or an undesirable situation.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A disorder characterized by uncontrollable, reoccurring thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) that an individual feels the urge to repeat.