The patient's medical record contains the following documentation: 06/05/17 0200 Received patient from the E.D.BP 80/52,HR 118,RR 24,temp 104°F.Arouses to verbal stimuli but drifts off to sleep.Normal saline infusing in left arm via 18-gauge IV catheter at 250 mL/hr.Urinary catheter draining scant dark amber urine.Pt receiving O₂at 6 L/min via nasal cannula.Lungs with coarse crackles at the left base.Loose cough present.Pt unable to expectorate secretions.-Ann Davids,RN
Which type of charting has the nurse used?

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The nurse has used Narrative charting. This type of charting involves the use of a descriptive narrative to record patient information and care provided. It provides a chronological order of events and captures relevant patient information in a detailed and comprehensive manner.

The Patient's Medical Record Contains the Following Documentation: 06/05/17 0200