Effective record-keeping and documentation is an essential element of all healthcare professionals' roles, including nurses, and can support the provision of safe, high-quality patient care. This article explains the importance of record-keeping and documentation in nursing and healthcare, and outlines the principles for maintaining clear and accurate patient records. REFLECTIVE ACTIVITY: 'How to' articles can help to update your practice and ensure it remains evidence-based. Apply this article to your practice. Reflect on and write a short account of.
Keywords: Nursing and Midwifery Council; The Code; professional; professional issues; professional regulation; record-keeping.
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