WEEK 1 CA 1 Flashcards
(12 cards)
What are yellow flags?
Yellow flag findings in patient history may indicate that a more extensive examination is required by a qualified medical practitioner.
What are red flags?
Red flag indicates that massage therapy is NOT the correct treatment, and the patient must be referred on to their MD or the emergency department of the local hospital.
List some yellow flags
List some red flags
What colour must the pen be when charting?
Black or Blue
What do you do if a mistake is made while charting?
Put a line through it
Can you use a pencil or white out when charting?
No
What should you do if the patient gives relevant information during the treatment?
Chart the information right after the treatment
Can you chart a client in advance?
No
Should you ever leave blank lines, if no why?
No, because it may allow someone to add incorrect information to empty spaces
Are voice recorded entries acceptable?
No
What does MOI stand for?
Mechanism of injury
