It is false that when a medical assistant makes an error in patient care, he or she should document the error as if it were done correctly in order to prevent a possible lawsuit.
The most common error in patient care is communication breakdown. Whether verbal or written, these problems can arise in a medical practice. Medical assistant should inform about any error or event to the hospital and professional advisors.
Medical assistants are not allowed to place the needle or start and disconnect the infusion tube of an IV, administer medications or injections into the IV line, chart the pupillary responses, insert a urine catheter, independently perform telephone triage, etc.
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