Which of the following is one of the 6 C's of Charting?

• A. Client's Words
• B. Activity level
• C. Color of walls
• D. Clinical outcomes

Answer: (A)

Capturing the client's own words verbatim is a key practice in charting. One of the six Cs is to include the client’s words, so the exact wording or direct quote about symptoms, feelings, or concerns is documented when possible. This preserves the patient’s voice, helps the care team understand the experience from the client’s perspective, and supports accurate communication, continuity of care, and legal integrity of the record. The other items listed—activity level, color of walls, and clinical outcomes—may appear in notes or assessments, but they aren’t part of the six Cs of charting.