While documenting in a patient's chart, a nurse realizes that it is the wrong patient's chart. The nurse should
A) Write over the incorrect letters.
B) Use correction fluid to blank out the mistaken entry.
C) Use correction tape to blank out the mistaken entry.
D) Write "mistaken entry" and his or her initials just above incorrect entry.

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Writing "mistaken entry" and their initials is the best option to clearly indicate an error in documentation. Writing over the incorrect letters or using correction fluid or tape can make the chart messy and difficult to read, and may also violate policies regarding correction of medical records. It is important to clearly mark the error to ensure accurate and safe patient care.

While Documenting in a Patient's Chart, a Nurse Realizes That