A nurse working in a retail clinic correctly describes the practice environment as (Select all that apply.)
a. incorporating retail items.
b. limited to wealthier patients.
c. located in retail facilities.
d. providing limited services.
e. staffed by physicians.
C, D
Retail clinics got their name from the fact that they are located in retail outlets such as drug stores or grocery stores.
Retail clinics provide limited acute and preventive services.
Retail clinics are so named because they are located in retail outlets, not because they sell items.
Retail clinics are increasingly viewed as a safety net for patients underserved by traditional practices.
Retail clinics are staffed by advanced practice nurses or physician assistants.
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