While documenting in a client's chart, the nurse realizes that it is the wrong chart.What should the nurse do?
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 place initials just above incorrect entry.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct action when a nurse realizes a mistake has been made in a client's chart is to write "mistaken entry" and place their initials just above the incorrect entry. This maintains the integrity of the medical record while clearly indicating that an error was made. Altering the record with correction fluid, tape, or writing over the mistake is not appropriate as it can raise questions about the accuracy and honesty of the documentation.

While Documenting in a Client's Chart, the Nurse Realizes That