Colorado Nursing Home Administrators (NHA) Practice Exam

Upon discharge, how long does the facility have to allow a patient to inspect their record?

1. Within 10 days after discharge

2. Within 14 days after discharge

3. Within 24 hours after discharge

4. Within a month after discharge

The correct answer is: Within 10 days after discharge

After a patient is discharged from a healthcare facility, they have the right to inspect their medical record within 10 days. This is important because it allows patients to review their treatment and ensure that all information is accurate. Option B, 14 days, is incorrect because it gives the facility more time than necessary to provide the records to the patient. Option C, 24 hours, is also incorrect because it does not give the facility enough time to gather and provide the records. Option D, a month, is too long and may prevent patients from accessing their records in a timely manner. In accordance with federal law, the facility must provide the patient with the opportunity to inspect their record within 10 days after discharge.