Introduction to
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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.