A preceptor is working with a new nurse on documentation. Which situation will cause the preceptor to intervene?
a. The new nurse uses a black ink pen to chart.
b. The new nurse charts consecutively on every other line.
c. The new nurse ends each entry with signature and title.
d. The new nurse keeps the password secure.
B
Chart consecutively, line by line (not every other line); if space is left, draw a line horizontally through it, and sign your name at the end. Every other line should not be left blank. Record all entries legibly and in black ink. End each entry with your signature and title. For computer documentation, keep your password to yourself. Using black ink, ending each entry with signature and title, and keeping the password secure are all appropriate behaviors.
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