Unit VI Case Study

Unit VI Case Study

Improving Documentation

As an EMS Manager, develop a system to assist in training your subordinates in the elements of proper documentation. Your training should

· Describe the legal benefits of proper documentation,

· Identify the good rules of proper documentation,

· Include the above listed assignment points garnered from your own experiences and the content of the assigned reading material, and

· Identify your steps in preventing negligence from occurring.

Your paper should be at least two pages in length. It is recommended that you utilize the Supplemental Readings from Unit VI to complete this assignment.

SUPPLEMENTAL READING:

Wirth, S. E. & Wolfsberg, D.M. (2005). Five good reasons for better EMS documentation. Retrieved from

http://www.emsworld.com/article/10323583/five-good-reasons-for- better-ems-documentation