A Nurse Manager Is Discussing Documentation Standards That Reflect Joint

question 10

Multiple Choice

A nurse manager is discussing documentation standards that reflect Joint Commission safety goals. Which information should the manager share with staff nurses?. Select all that apply.

• A) "The documentation of assessment of infants and children should reflect standardization of assessment techniques."
• B) "Documentation should reveal that patients are reassessed according to hospital policy."
• C) "Education about pain and pain management should be documented on all appropriate patients."
• D) "Assessment documentation should make it clear that the assessment was conducted by a registered nurse."
• E) "Traditional care plans should be documented for each patient."

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