The nurse realizes that the incorrect spelling of terms in the medical

The nurse realizes that the incorrect spelling of terms in the medical record most importantly:

1. Shows a lack of competency
2. Displays little attention to detail
3. Contributes to serious treatment errors
4. Negatively affects the accuracy of the documentation

ANSWER

ANS: 3
Spelling errors can result in serious treatment errors; for example, the names of certain medica-tions such as digitoxin and digoxin or morphine and Numorphan are similar. Misspelling such terms can result in medication errors that may cause serious harm to a client. The other options are correct but do not have the seriousness of client care errors.