A client is admitted to the birthing unit to rule out preterm labor.The nurse charts only abnormal findings.This type of charting is a form of:

A) Narrative charting
B) Charting by inclusion
C) Charting by exception
D) Source oriented charting

Preterm Labor

Labor that occurs before the 37th week of pregnancy, which can lead to premature birth and pose health risks to the newborn.

Narrative Charting

A method of documenting patient care in a story-like format, detailing care, events, and observations chronologically to provide a comprehensive view of the patient's condition and interventions.

Charting By Exception

A method of documentation in healthcare where only deviations from predefined norms are recorded, rather than detailing every observation.