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A new nurse needs to access information from the electronic health record (EHR) but has not yet received a password.What action should the nurse who is overseeing the new nurse take?
A) Give the new nurse the nurse's password to use until a password is obtained.
B) Log on and remain with the new nurse while the record is viewed.
C) Notify the supervisor that the new employee needs a password.
D) Inform the new nurse that a password will not be received until orientation is complete.
Electronic Health Record (EHR)
A digital version of a patient's medical history, maintained by the provider over time, including diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, immunization dates, allergies, and test results.
Password
A secret code used to gain access to an account or device, typically known only to the user.
New Nurse
A recently graduated or licensed nurse experiencing their initial transition into the nursing profession or a clinical setting.
- Comprehend security policies and ethical considerations regarding access to electronic health records (EHR) and patient confidentiality.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend security policies and ethical considerations regarding access to electronic health records (EHR) and patient confidentiality.
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