Which statement by the nurse accurately reflects a benefit of installing a new electronic medical record system?

A) "I am thankful that I won't have to keep changing my passwords all the time."
B) "I'll be able to see my son's medical record using my password and user ID."
C) "I won't have to worry about reading the doctor's messy handwriting anymore."
D) "It will take me so much less time than writing everything out on paper."

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Kalyn Nicole · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  One of the main benefits of electronic medical record systems is that nurses and ancillary staff do not have to decipher illegibly written orders from providers.Electronic charting has not been shown to decrease documentation time.It will still be against HIPAA policy for the nurse to view family members' medical records.Passwords must be changed regularly for all new electronic medical record system in order to maintain security of the documents.

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