chapter 6 communications quizlet the patient care report

What should be included in the patient care report?

The patient care report: A) provides for a continuum of patient care upon arrival at the hospital. B) is a legal document and should provide a brief description of the patient. C) should include the paramedic's subjective findings or personal thoughts. D) is only held for a period of 24 months, after which it legally can be destroyed.

Can a patient care report be revised after submission?

A) The original patient care report should be destroyed if a revision is necessary. B) Only the person who wrote the original report can revise or correct it. C) A patient care report cannot be revised or corrected after submission. D) If a report needs revision, the revision must be made within 12 hours.

How accurate is my Patient Care report?

The accuracy of your patient care report depends on all of the following factors, EXCEPT: A) including all pertinent event times. B) the severity of the patient's condition. C) the thoroughness of the narrative section.

What chapter is Patient Care?

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When does a patient provide consent?

patient provides consent after being fully informed of need, risks, and alternatives

Who is responsible for the employee's actions?

an employer is responsible for the employee's actions; "let the master answer"