NR103 Week 5 Exam Questions and
Answers Graded A+
Written Communication "Do's" - Correct answer-Use time and date, and be
specific, accurate, and complete
Use a black pen versus blue or other colors on handwritten charts
Document any care that was provided in a timely fashion
Correct errors promptly
Document facts, and avoid judgmental terms
Follow grammar and punctuation rules
Use only approved medical terms and abbreviations
Written Communication "Don'ts" - Correct answer-Erase, use correction fluid, or
scratch out errors
Use blue ink when using handwritten charts
Share passwords
Document opinion or speculate
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, Falsely document
Document using another nurse's information (from a previous shift)
Pre-chart to save time
Use generalized empty phrases
Written communication - Correct answer-Information can be used for future
reference purposes and can be easily shared among multiple providers.
Information can be used for legal purposes to document care that was provided and
to also audit and improve the delivery of care as needed.
Using electronic written communication allows for even more immediate access to
information and avoids the need for a verbal connection.
Kardex - Correct answer-form/system is used to condense patient orders and is
typically found in long-term care (LTC) facilities.
Nursing Care Plan - Correct answer-developed to meet the nursing care needs of
the client using the nursing process.
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Answers Graded A+
Written Communication "Do's" - Correct answer-Use time and date, and be
specific, accurate, and complete
Use a black pen versus blue or other colors on handwritten charts
Document any care that was provided in a timely fashion
Correct errors promptly
Document facts, and avoid judgmental terms
Follow grammar and punctuation rules
Use only approved medical terms and abbreviations
Written Communication "Don'ts" - Correct answer-Erase, use correction fluid, or
scratch out errors
Use blue ink when using handwritten charts
Share passwords
Document opinion or speculate
©COPYRIGHT 2025, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 1
, Falsely document
Document using another nurse's information (from a previous shift)
Pre-chart to save time
Use generalized empty phrases
Written communication - Correct answer-Information can be used for future
reference purposes and can be easily shared among multiple providers.
Information can be used for legal purposes to document care that was provided and
to also audit and improve the delivery of care as needed.
Using electronic written communication allows for even more immediate access to
information and avoids the need for a verbal connection.
Kardex - Correct answer-form/system is used to condense patient orders and is
typically found in long-term care (LTC) facilities.
Nursing Care Plan - Correct answer-developed to meet the nursing care needs of
the client using the nursing process.
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