The department of nursing at a local hospital is considering changing to charting by exception (CBE). Which statement provides a rationale to support making this change? CBE:
1) Reduces the time nurses spend charting
2) Addresses the patient's concerns holistically
3) Establishes an ongoing care plan from admission
4) Is most useful when constructing a timeline of events
ANS: 1
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