a) A mother calls about her 3-year-old child who has a possible ear infection. Explain to the mother the role of a nurse practitioner.
b) A 20-year-old man walks into the clinic with a finger laceration that requires simple closure with approximately four sutures. Is it appropriate to offer the services of another health care provider in addition to those of a physician.
c) A patient calls the office and states he has slipped on the ice. He would like to know the best thing to do for a possible sprained ankle. How do you reply?
d) Your physician-employer has given you a handwritten letter and asked you to type a letter discharging a patient from his care. What steps do you need to take?
