A nurse is entering a pharmacy request for patient medication in the patient's electronic health record (EHR) while seated at a computer in the nursing station. A physician approaches the nurse and asks for them to access another patient's EHR to review laboratory values. Which of the following is the best action for the nurse to take?

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The nurse should log off the computer before allowing the physician to access another patient's EHR. This ensures that each healthcare professional accesses patient information under their own credentials, maintaining privacy and security compliance.

A Nurse Is Entering a Pharmacy Request for Patient Medication