Which statement is true regarding the “quality assurance” or “incident” report?

a.
The report assures the legal department that there is no problem.
b.
Reports are a permanent part of the client’s chart.
c.
The nurse’s notes should contain the following: “Incident report filed and copy placed in chart.”
d.
This report is a form of documentation of an event that may result in legal action.

ANS: D

An incident report is a warning to the legal department to be prepared for potential legal action; it is not a part of the client’s chart or nurse documentation.

DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: p. 14

OBJ: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: Safe and Effective Care Environment