A nurse is working as a case manager, and in this role she audits charts. Audits of client records are performed primarily for quality assurance and:
A) reimbursement
B) staff development
C) research
D) change of mechanisms
Ans: A
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Audits of client records serve a dual purpose: quality assurance and reimbursement.
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