Nurse PractitionersNurse practitioners work in collaborative practice with the physicians on the medical staff at Cass Regional Medical Center. A nurse practitioner is a registered nurse (RN) who has advanced education and clinical training in a health care specialty area. Nurse practitioners work with people of all ages and their families, providing guidance on important health issues. Nurse practitioners can: - Obtain medical histories and perform physical examinations;
- Diagnose and treat acute health problems such as infections and injuries;
- Diagnose, treat and monitor chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure;
- Order, perform and interpret diagnostic studies such as lab work and x-rays;
- Prescribe medications and treatments;
- Provide prenatal care and family planning services;
- Provide well-child care, including screening and immunizations;
- Provide health maintenance care for adults, including annual physicals;
- Promote positive health behaviors and self-care skills through education and counseling;
- Collaborate with physicians and other health professionals.
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