What is meant by the phrase, "If it isn't written, it wasn't done"?

A. According to the law, the only care provided is what is documented in the medical record.
B. If a physician doesn't order something, don't do it.
C. Electronic orders are insufficient to say something should be done.
D. The only thing you can do when you make a mistake is omit it from the medical record.


A.According to the law, the only care provided is what is documented in the medical record.

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