The nurse prefers to review patient data on a graphic flow sheet, when possible. Which situation is the best example of the reason a graphic flowsheet is superior to other methods of recording data?
A)Provides easy documentation of routine vital signs
B)Visually reflects the patterns of a patient's fever
C)Describes symptoms accompanying vital sign changes
D)Enables a quick check for patient tolerance of care

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Graphic flow sheets are particularly useful for visually representing data over time, making it easier to identify patterns, such as the fluctuations in a patient's fever, which might not be as immediately apparent in narrative or tabular data formats.

The Nurse Prefers to Review Patient Data on a Graphic