Which of the following statements is true of the process that should be followed in making corrections in paper-based health record entries?

a) Addendum should be backdated
b) The reason for the change should be noted
c) The incorrect information should be obliterated
d) The phrase late entry should be noted on the entry


Ans: b) The reason for the change should be noted

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