Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) — Question 108

Under the Patient Self-Determination Act of 1990, advance directives

Answer options

• A. are required to be included in the patient chart.
• B. are not required to be included in the patient chart.
• C. require a doctor’s approval.
• D. must be prepared by an attorney.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because the Patient Self-Determination Act does not mandate that advance directives be included in a patient’s chart. Options A, C, and D are incorrect as they suggest requirements that are not stipulated by the Act.