The nurse is assessing the vital signs of a child who is being evaluated in an urgent care center. The child is to be seen by the pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP). The mother asks, "Why is my child seeing the PNP and not the doctor?" What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "The PNP functions similar to the physician's assistant, so you should be perfectly at ease."
2. "The child may be seen by the physician instead if you'd like."
3. "Seeing the PNP is just one more step in having your child evaluated in this setting."
4. "The PNP is an experienced RN with advanced education in the diagnosis and treatment of children."
Answer: "The PNP is an experienced RN with advanced education in the diagnosis and treatment of children."