Record Translation
Definition
The process of converting AM records made in one charting system (e.g., Palmer notation) into the notation system used by the PM examiner, to allow direct comparison. A documented step that should be auditable.
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- Obtaining and Interpreting Antemortem RecordsThe process of converting AM records made in one charting system (e.g., Palmer notation) into the notation system used by the PM examiner, to allow direct comp...