Accurate documentation of patient health teaching is a critical component of quality care. When documenting in the patient's chart about health teaching for a patient admitted for alcoholism, What statement should the nurse make?

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The Joint Commission requires written documentation of all patient health teaching. Notes about the initial assessment should be succinct, but comprehensive and objective. Teaching content should be linked to assessment data, including patient preferences, previous knowledge, and values. Included in the documentation are the teaching actions, the patient response, and any clinical issues or barriers to compliance. If family members are involved, you should identify their role, content provided, and teaching outcomes in your documentation. Accurate documentation helps ensure continuity and prevents duplication of teaching efforts. The patient's record informs other health care providers of what has been taught and what areas need further work.

Accurate Documentation of Patient Health Teaching Is a Critical Component