Use the drop-down menus to select the answer that completes each sentence. A
uses paper files to keep medical records, while a
combines paper and some electronic resources.

Paper records are often organized by surname in
system, or by surname combined with a number in
system.

Systems that give each patient a unique number to track records use
system.

The registered nurse working in thè cardiac care clinic is tasked with implementing quality improvement measures. to educate the dlinic staff, the nurse plans an in-service program to introduce concepts of quality improvement and evidence-based practice. additionally, the role of the case manager will be included in the presentation. the nurse plans on nursing care of the patient with congestive heart failure as a template and prepares sample clinical pathways care maps and multidisciplinary action plans. a. describe how clinical pathways are used to coordinate care of caseloads of patients. b. what is the role of the case manager in evaluating a patient's progress? c. what are examples of evidence-based practice tools used for planning patient care?