Which principle states that if it is not documented, it is considered not done, even in court?

• A. If it is not documented, it is considered not done
• B. Documentation ensures faster billing
• C. Documentation of staff feelings
• D. Documentation is optional

Answer: (A)

The principle is that your documentation serves as the proof of what you did; if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen, even in a court setting. In healthcare and radiology, the written record is the official evidence of what care was provided, when, and by whom. This is essential for accountability, continuity of care, and legal protection—without documentation, there’s no verifiable record to support that a procedure or assessment occurred, which can expose you to liability and questions about standard of care.

The other options don’t reflect this core idea. Documenting can impact processes beyond legal proof, but it isn’t primarily about faster billing, and documenting staff feelings isn’t the standard practice. And documentation isn’t optional in professional settings; it’s a required part of care.