Introduction to Transcription

 

Chapter 18 Worksheet

 

 

 

1)       Name two instances in which  you should edit.

 

2)      Name tow instances in which you should not edit.

 

3)      Explain what needs to be taken into account when deciding whether or not to edit.

 

4)      Explain how to support any editing changes you make.

 

5)      If a physician spells out a word, why do you need to double check the spelling?

 

6)      Explain what you should do if a physician constantly dictates in  sentence fragments.

 

7)      Explain what you should do if you cannot hear or understand a portion of dictation.

 

8)      Explain what you should do when a dictator does not share your writing style.

 

9)      How should you indicate that there is an error or inconsistency in a report?

 

10)   Explain the circumstances under which you should include two copies of a transcribed report back to the dictator for examination.

 

True or False

 

_____  1.  Editing is incorporating grammar, punctuation, and correct word usage into your

                 own writing style.

 

_____  2.  Editing is transforming rough-draft oral and written material into a final printed

                  material.

 

_____  3.  The three steps of editing are editing the copy, editing the content, and spell

                  checking.

 

_____  4.  Spell checking usually catches confused words.

 

_____  5.  When a medical transcriptionist encounters a grammar error, he or she should

                 always flag the report.

 

_____  6.  All contractions should be avoided in transcription.

 

_____  7.  Syntax errors are the same as grammar mistakes.

 

_____  8.  Flagging is the same as editing.

 

_____  9.  When in doubt, edit the report and leave it for the physician to go over.

 

_____  10.  Occasionally you must take into consideration the approved policies, format, and

                   style of the facility when transcribing.