The nursing profession encompasses many roles. Which type of nurse prescribes medications (except narcotics) and treats health problems within the scope of nursing practice?
a. Clinical nurse specialist
b. Registered nurse
c. Nurse clinician
d. Nurse practitioner
D
A nurse practitioner may prescribe medications, with certain exclusions, and treat health problems within the scope of nursing practice.
A clinical nurse specialist is an advanced practice nurse with preparation in a specialized area of nursing practice. He or she may specialize in a specific disease, such as cancer or AIDS, or in a specific field, such as oncology or gerontology.
Prescribing medications is not within the scope of practice of a registered nurse.
A nurse clinician is a nurse who provides direct client care.
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