Texas Board of Nursing (BON) Practice Exam

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What is the primary goal of documenting a "late entry" following facility policy?

To cover up mistakes in patient care
To provide evidence for legal action
To ensure a complete and accurate record of care
To shift blame onto other healthcare providers

The correct answer is: To ensure a complete and accurate record of care

Documenting a "late entry" following facility policy serves the primary goal of ensuring a complete and accurate record of care. This helps maintain transparency in the patient's healthcare history and can be essential for continuity of care, legal purposes, quality improvement, and effective communication among healthcare providers. It's crucial to follow facility policies and procedures to accurately document any late entries to maintain the integrity and reliability of patient records. This is why option C is the correct answer.