Using an integrated physician-nurse medical record.
Of all the issues surrounding collaborative practice, the integrated medical record perhaps is the most controversial one for physicians. This article explains how a patient record system that integrates the observations, judgements, and actions of both nurses and physicians can facilitate nurse-physician communication and contribute to the care of the patient. It also explains some problems encountered with implementation and some ongoing concerns.
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