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What are some advantages of computerized record keeping in POLs? |
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Why should even experienced laboratory personnel refer to the appropriate manual when performing lab tests? |
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From legal, malpractice, and quality control perspectives, why is the daily recording of the temperature controls in the POL important? |
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Describe the path of a patient's test in the POL (when results are normal)—from the doctor's requisition to recording the result in the patient’s chart. |
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What is the best way to prove that a POL is not negligent in a malpractice suit? |
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How is a statute-of-limitations law related to POL records? |
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When can a patient's laboratory test results be released to insurance companies or other individuals who request them? |
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Why is it crucial that POL records be protected against loss by theft, fire, and other disasters? |
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How do quality control records safeguard the accuracy of laboratory test results? |
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What information does the SOP manual contain? |
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