A patient is being transferred from a hospital to a long-term care facility. What will happen to the patient's medical record (chart)?
A) It goes with the patient to the facility.
B) It remains in the hospital records.
C) It is shredded by special personnel.
D) The original and a copy go with the patient.

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The original medical record remains with the hospital as part of their records, while a copy may be sent to the long-term care facility for continuity of care.

A Patient Is Being Transferred from a Hospital to a Long-Term