Multiple Choice
A unit secretary mistakenly enters the wrong medication into the MAR when transcribing orders.After a root cause analysis, it is determined that the cause is the illegibility of the physician's order.Which measure should be taken to prevent future incidences?
A) The physician is required to carry a typewriter with him to type the orders onto the order sheet.
B) The physician must either write legibly or orders will not be transcribed.
C) The unit secretary must receive more training on transcribing orders.
D) Introduction of a computer entry system for all physician orders will be instituted.
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