During the shift, the nurse charts only additional treatments done or withheld, changes in patient condition, and new concerns. Charting these factors demonstrates which of the following type of charting?

A. CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant): CNAs assist with basic patient care (e.g., hygiene, vital signs) but do not perform assessments or make nursing diagnoses.

B. Technician: Technicians perform specific tasks (e.g., drawing blood, ECGs) but do not analyze patient data for diagnosis.

C. RN (Registered Nurse): The RN is responsible for analyzing and interpreting data, identifying nursing diagnoses, and developing the care plan.

D. LPN/LVN (Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse): LPNs/LVNs can collect data but cannot make a nursing diagnosis, which is the RN’s role.

A. Not used by anyone else but the direct care providers: Health records are used by multiple healthcare team members, including billing departments, insurance providers, and legal entities when required.

B. Concise, legal records of all care given and responses: Health records document all care provided, patient responses, and medical decisions. They serve as legal records in case of disputes or audits.

C. Owned by the patient, who has a right to see the data any time he/she wishes: The healthcare facility owns the records, but patients have a right to request access under HIPAA and other legal provisions.

D. Confidential information and cannot be taken to court: Health records can be subpoenaed and used in legal cases, provided they comply with confidentiality laws.