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Explain the approved way to correct errors in medical records

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Answer:

  1. Draw line through entry (thin pen line). Make sure that the inaccurate information is still legible.
  2. Initial and date the entry.
  3. State the reason for the error (i.e. in the margin or above the note if room).
  4. Document the correct information.

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