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Legal and Ethical Behavior

An aide documents care that she did not actually provide. This is:

  • A.Good time management
  • B.Negligence only
  • C.Fraud and falsification of records
  • D.Acceptable if she was busy
Correct answer

C. Fraud and falsification of records

Why

Charting care that was not given is falsification, a form of fraud, and can cause harm if the team relies on false information. Documentation must be accurate and honest.

Content outline: Role of the Nurse Aide - Legal and Ethical Behavior: Accurate Documentation · From the Role of the Nurse Aide practice bank (RA-041).

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