Explain the purpose, parts, and information found in the medical record.

Explanation should include

  • contents
  • permission to access
  • legal implications of documentation
  • electronic medical records (EMRs)
  • 24-hour clock.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Who has ownership of patient/client records?
  • What are the components of the medical record?
  • How is the care plan used?
  • How do you correct an error made in medical records?