The nurse is providing care for a 9-year-old girl who is medically fragile. Which is an example of the nursing role of collaboration?
A) Informing the team members of the progress of treatment
B) Discussing the child's needs with a school nurse
C) Advising the pulmonologist of respiratory symptoms
D) Arranging for after-school attendance at a day care facility
Ans: A
Informing team members of the progress of treatment is an act of collaboration. Discussing the child's needs with a school nurse is done in the role of a consultant. Advising the pulmonologist of respiratory symptoms and arranging after-school attendance at a day care facility are care coordinator activities.
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