The nurse is caring for clients in an ambulatory care center. Which of the following might be the responsibility of the nurse?
A) Perform an ultrasound
B) Suture a client's laceration
C) Order pain prescriptions for the client
D) Refer clients to specialists
A
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The nurse in an ambulatory care setting may administer special treatments, such as ultrasound, heat treatments, or application of medicinal creams and ointments. The nurse might also perform special procedures, as ordered by the PCP, including suture removal, cast removal, or flushing the client's ears. The nurse may call in (not order) prescriptions to pharmacies, following specific orders from a physician, osteopathic physician, dentist, or advanced practice nurse. The nurse may also assist with referrals to other physicians and specialists as ordered by the PCP.
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