A nurse administers a medication for pain but forgets to document it in the client's medical record. Legally, what does this mean?
A) Nothing, the nurse's honesty will not be questioned.
B) The nurse can add the documentation after the client goes home.
C) The physician will verify that the nurse carried out the order.
D) In the eyes of the law, if it is not documented, it was not done.
Question 2
A nurse is preparing to insert an intravenous line and begin administering intravenous fluids. The client has visitors in the room. What should the nurse do?
A) Ask the visitors to leave the room.
B) Ask the client if visitors should remain in the room.
C) Tell the client to ask the visitors to leave the room.
D) Wait until the visitors leave to begin the procedure.
Medical Alphabet
The medical assistant as receptionist in a medical office.
Regular staff meetings increase the efficiency of the medical office staff.
Medical assistant interviewing a patient.
Client positioned and draped