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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 19283943 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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What you see on "CSI" or "Law and order" may give you the idea that medical malpractice attorneys routinely use DNA, voice print analysis, and high-tech laboratory assays to prosecute or defend lawsuits. For the most part, this is not the case. With the exception of whatever witness testimony may be available, the only evidence in a malpractice case is the medical record. The patient's chart is used to demonstrate accreditation and regulatory compliance, and to make reimbursement determinations. It also is examined by licensing boards in deciding disciplinary action. For these reasons, it is imperative that nurses consistently use acceptable documentation practices. |
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Authors:
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Edie Brous |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: RN Volume: 72 ISSN: 0033-7021 ISO Abbreviation: RN Publication Date: 2009 Feb |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2009-03-16 Completed Date: 2009-05-07 Revised Date: 2009-06-24 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 20010080R Medline TA: RN Country: United States |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 40-3 Citation Subset: N |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Documentation* Forms and Records Control* Humans Malpractice / legislation & jurisprudence* Medical Records* United States |
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Comment In:
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RN. 2009 May;72(5):8; author reply 8
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