• Explain the differences between express, implied and informed consents. Is one more legally sound than the other? Are expressed consents still being used by patients today? If so, give an example for each that relates to healthcare.
• Analyze 5 examples of poor documentation practices in the health record. Explain why these practices can be so problematic.
• Mrs. Smith is a patient at a well known medical clinic. She has decided to have a DNR processed and put in her records due to the many health issues she has. Identify who should be responsible for documenting Mrs. Smith's DNR decisions in a patient's file.
• HIM professionals sometimes have to amend a record. Analyze making revisions (plural) to patient records and explain the importance to the HIM professional for controlling versions of the legal health record.