Medical Charting Demystified

Joan Richards

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Medical Charting Demystified

by Joan Richards

June 12, 2008

McGraw-Hill Professional

350

9780071498487

0071498486

Description

The CLEAR and ACCURATE way to navigate MEDICAL CHARTINGTrying to chart a course through the complex task of keeping patient records? Here's your lifeline! Medical Charting Demystified gives you the tools you need to prepare and update both computerized and written charts.You'll learn about chart components, what to write in a chart, and how to correct errors. Medical Charting Demystified covers entering vital signs, assessments, test results, medications, procedures, patient care plans, and more. Details on the legal aspects of medical charting, including confidentiality, HIPAA, malpractice, and informed consent, are also included. Hundreds of examples and illustrations make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce learning.This fast and easy guide offers: Coverage of the five common charting systems - narrative, problem-oriented, problem-intervention-evaluation, FOCUS, and charting by exception; Details on the MAR and the KARDEX; An overview of computer charting software; A time-saving approach to performing better on an exam or at work; Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Medical Charting Demystified is your key to mastering this vital nursing skill.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Medical Charting Demystified?

This edition of Medical Charting Demystified has approximately 350 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.

How long does it take to read Medical Charting Demystified?

For most readers, Medical Charting Demystified typically takes between 7h 18m and 4h 52m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 87,500 words and common reading speeds.

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The estimated word count for Medical Charting Demystified is approximately 87,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.

This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.

Who is the author of Medical Charting Demystified?

Medical Charting Demystified was written by Joan Richards.

When was Medical Charting Demystified published?

The publication date for this specific edition is June 12, 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.