CLINICAL MEDICINE

MEDICINE

MEDICAL STATISTICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
An incomplete medical record may
A
not be a problem, as the remainder of the entry could be discussed during a court hearing
B
allow only part of a bill to be paid
C
make it impossible for the healthcare provider to defend allegations in court
D
not be able to be subpoenaed to court
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It helps doctors and care giver’s to minutely assess and give the best of medical facilities to the patient. In addition, a patient’s medical history allows him/her to take steps to reduce his or her risk.

Detailed explanation-2: -Medical record can be used as a basic data to prove the presence or absence of errors As evidence at the trial. The position of the medical record is very dependent on the judge’s judgment. The judge greatly determines the relevance and position of the medical record at the trial.

Detailed explanation-3: -Medical records are acceptable as per Section 3 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 amended in 1961 in a court of law. These are considered useful evidence by the courts as it is accepted that documentation of facts during the course of treatment of a patient is genuine and unbiased.

Detailed explanation-4: -If you have suffered serious injuries because of a mistake in your medical records or the failure of your doctor to adequately review your medical history, you might have a viable medical malpractice claim. Medical malpractice cases are frequently complex and will require the help of medical experts.

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