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Electronic medical records (EMRs) include the same information as the old paper charts.(1 point)

True

False
If you sit with your back to the patient, of course, they feel ignored! Instead ...(1 point)

Set up the computer between you and the patient.

Just keep ignoring your patient.
A doctor should always spend the first few minutes of an appointment just chatting with the patient(1 point)

true

false
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Answer 1

1) False — EMRs often differ in format and may not contain everything from old paper charts (and can include additional data).

2) Set up the computer between you and the patient. — (Better than turning your back; ideally position so patient can see the screen and you can maintain eye contact.)

3) True — Spending the first few minutes building rapport/opening the visit helps communication and clinical care.