Authoring Patient Records: An Interactive Guide presents both the theory and rationale for the process of developing medical records, as well as opportunities for readers to practice the new skill. Each chapter will discuss how to use the authoring process to create effective records, using examples and sample documents  to help illustrate potential problems and solutions. The book will also have space for practicing the process and assignments that can be completed in writing or on a computer. These practice assignments allow the reader to actively learn and become interactive in the actual process of developing the medical record. An instructor’s manual for online use is also included. 

Authoring Patient Records: An Interactive Guide is relevant to the training and work of: MDs, PAs, NPs, RNs, PTs, and RTs. The text will be a helpful resource in teaching health care students and as a reference for health care practitioners.