Records are an important part of the communication structure of the health care organization. Which of the following is true about records? Select all that apply
1. Records provide complete information about the client.
2. Records resolve legal issues in malpractice suites.
3. Records provide information for education and research.
4. Records allow anyone interested in a patient's progress to view a chart.
1, 2, 3
Choices No. 1, 2, and 3 are correct. Choice No. 4 is false and violates client privacy.
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