Which is an example of acceptable authentication of a medical record entry?
A) Nurse who authenticates notes documented by another nurse who went off shift.
B) Nurse practitioner who authenticates notes documented by the physician.
C) Physician who authenticates reports dictated by colleagues within his practice.
D) Specialist who authenticates his own dictated report electronically using a password.

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The specialist authenticating their own report electronically using a password is the most secure and direct way to ensure accountability and accuracy. The other options involve individuals authenticating notes or reports that were not originally created by them, which increases the potential for errors or fraud.

Which Is an Example of Acceptable Authentication of a Medical