The purpose of the procedure is the following:
• Describes the systems and processes within the organisation to support a unified clinical record
• Covers the principles of a single service user record and processes to be followed within all speciality services to:
o Demonstrate and maintain a unified clinical record
o Ensure availability of comprehensive, accurate and timely information to clinicians
• Includes processes for filing, volumising (splitting records) and clinical document control within paper-based records
