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

• A. Color coding
• B. Clarity
• C. Confidentiality
• D. Client's words

Answer: (B)

Clarity is the quality that makes chart notes easy to read, precise, and unambiguous. When documentation clearly describes what was observed, when it happened, and what actions were taken or planned, any clinician can understand the patient’s story right away, supporting safe, continuous care and a solid legal record. That direct, readable communication is why clarity is one of the six Cs of charting. Color coding is a helpful formatting aid but not one of the six core charting qualities. Confidentiality is essential for privacy, but it describes protecting information rather than how well the chart communicates. Recording the client's words can be important, but it isn’t itself a labeled C in the framework.