Which describes a function of the patient's medical chart?
A) Communicating information between medical professionals and the public
B) Evaluating medical care for the client's family
C) Upholding the Joint Commission's standards
D) Keeping a record of what has been done for the patient
E) Supporting the need for funding the non-profit facility

Question

Which describes a function of the patient's medical chart?​
A) ​Communicating information between medical professionals and the public
B) ​Evaluating medical care for the client's family
C) ​Upholding the Joint Commission's standards
D) ​Keeping a record of what has been done for the patient
E) ​Supporting the need for funding the non-profit facility

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The patient's medical chart serves the function of documenting and keeping a record of all procedures, medications, diagnoses, and other medical information that has been done for the patient. This information is important for continuity of care and for future reference by medical professionals involved in the patient's care.

The other options listed (A, B, C, and E) are not accurate descriptions of the function of a patient's medical chart.

Which Describes a Function of the Patient's Medical Chart?​

Which Describes a Function of the Patient's Medical Chart?