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According to Canadian Good Documentation Practices, what is the correct way to correct an error on a hard-copy medication record?

Good documentation practices require corrections to be made by drawing a single line through the error, initialing, dating, and providing a brief explanation, e

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Question: According to Canadian Good Documentation Practices, what is the correct way to correct an error on a hard-copy medication record?

Answer options:

  • Completely erase the error
  • Use white-out to cover the error ✅ Draw a single line through the error, initial, date, and explain
  • Tear out the page and rewrite the entire record

Correct answer: Draw a single line through the error, initial, date, and explain

Explanation: Good documentation practices require corrections to be made by drawing a single line through the error, initialing, dating, and providing a brief explanation, ensuring transparency and audit trails.

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