RN Exam Practice
Management of CareQuestion 74 of 2368

While reviewing the chart before an interview, a nurse finds information that does not make sense. What is the best action?

  1. Assume the chart is accurate and continue
  2. Skip the topic to avoid confusing the client
  3. Ask the client's family to correct the chart
  4. Verify the information with the client during the interview
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Correct answer: Verify the information with the client during the interview

If chart information is unclear or incomplete, the nurse uses the interview to verify data with the client.

Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Nursing Process: Sources of Assessment Data. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Management of Care"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026