Author Question: A physician assistant (PA) can assist in the OR and write prescriptions. Indicate whether the ... (Read 49 times)

OSWALD · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

A physician assistant (PA) can assist in the OR and write prescriptions.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

The RNFA should simultaneously perform as a scrub nurse during a surgical procedure.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

nathang24 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
The PA can first assist in the OR as well as function in others areas of health care. They have the authority to write prescriptions based on specialized academic and clinical training.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
The RNFA should function solely as a first assistant and never simultaneously perform the duties of the scrub or circulating nurse.