A nurse makes an entry in a client's chart that includes documentation about the client routine care, observations, and client problems

Question

The nurse arranges the documentation in a chronological order, from the time the nurse started the shift until the nurse documented in the client's record. Which type of documentation best describes what the nurse did in the client's chart? A) Narrative
B) Problem-oriented
C) Discipline area
D) Focus

Answer 1

A
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Narrative charting is a type of nurses' notes that essentially documents what is occurring throughout the day in a chronological manner. When problem-oriented medical records (POMR) charting is used, the whole healthcare team works collaboratively to identify priority problems, and they work collectively to solve these problems. This type of charting focuses on specific problems and is sometimes called focus charting. Documentation by discipline area would include separate notes for physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members, such as dietary, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or home health providers. Each specialty may have specific formats or forms used to chart about that particular field.