Clinical record keeping - the importance of good clinical record keeping
Course description
This is an introductory level e-learning module on the importance of good clinical record keeping. The module provides an overview of the benefits of good practice in record keeping. It relates primarily to hospital in-patients, although the standards apply to all health records. All staff whose role may involve writing in patients’ medical notes should conform to the generic standards highlighted in this module.
Aims and outcomes
Staff members will get a greater understanding of the standards they should maintain and how record keeping can impact on their clinical role.
Target audience
Clinical staff who make entries in patient records in the course of their work.
Course type
E-learning. Connecting for Health via IG training tool.
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