The nurse working in a pediatric clinic will have many duties. Included in the nurse's responsibilities will be: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Prescribing over-the-counter medications.
2. Collecting health history information.
3. Performing diagnostic tests, such as the TB skin test.
4. Performing developmental screening tests.
5. Administering immunizations.
2,3,4,5
Rationale 1: This is a medical function. Nurses cannot prescribe any medication, even over-the-counter medications.
Rationale 2: The nurse will begin the visit with an assessment that includes the health history.
Rationale 3: Nurses will perform some diagnostic tests in the office.
Rationale 4: The nurse may perform the Denver Developmental Screening Test.
Rationale 5: Nurses will administer immunizations and other medications prescribed by the physician.
Global Rationale:
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1. Perform hand hygiene. 2. Move the client to the side of the bed. 3. Place the client's arm over the chest. 4. Raise the opposite side rail.
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