Amendment
Amendment (Medicine)
Amendment (pronunciation: /əˈmɛndmənt/) is a term used in the field of medicine to refer to a change or revision made to a medical record or document after it has been finalized.
Etymology
The term 'amendment' originates from the Latin word 'emendare', which means 'to correct' or 'to free from fault'. In the context of medicine, it refers to the process of correcting or updating medical records or documents.
Related Terms
- Medical Record: A systematic documentation of a patient's medical history and care.
- Documentation: The act of creating citations to identify resources used in writing a work.
- Health Information Management: The practice of acquiring, analyzing, and protecting digital and traditional medical information vital to providing quality patient care.
- Electronic Health Record: A digital version of a patient's paper chart.
Process
The process of amendment in medicine involves identifying an error or omission in a medical record or document, making the necessary changes, and then documenting the amendment. This process is governed by strict regulations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of medical records.
Legal Aspects
In many jurisdictions, patients have the right to request amendments to their medical records under certain conditions. This is often governed by privacy laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the United States.
Importance
Amendments are important in medicine as they ensure the accuracy and completeness of medical records. This is crucial for patient care, as accurate records can inform treatment decisions and prevent medical errors.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Amendment
- Wikipedia's article - Amendment
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