NAC632.214. Observation of patients; communication with other providers of health care; allowance for patients’ choices.  


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  • A registered nurse shall:

         1. Perform or supervise the direct observation of patients under his or her care;

         2. Ensure the effectiveness, use and maintenance of procedures used to communicate to other providers of health care a patient’s symptoms, reactions and progress; and

         3. Recognize, understand and allow for a patient’s choice regarding his or her psychological, biological, social and cultural needs and religious beliefs.

     (Added to NAC by Bd. of Nursing, eff. 11-2-87)