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T = Timely
• When a medical record is examined in a malpractice or negligence case, date and time are
critical in establishing a timely response to a patient need.
• Resist the temptation to leave documentation until the end of the shift
• You may forget key pieces of information when rushing
• Charting as your shift progresses will help keep your documentation accurate
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