Question

22. Who can assign a diagnosis to a resident? • Physician and state-approved nonphysician practitioners O Physician and any member of the interdisciplinary team • Physician and nurses

Answer 1

A diagnosis to a resident can only be assigned by a physician or state-approved nonphysician practitioners legally authorized to diagnose and treat patients. The correct answer is option: Physician and state-approved nonphysician practitioners.

Step-by-step explanation:

Only a physician and state-approved nonphysician practitioners, such as nurse practitioners or physician assistants, can assign a diagnosis to a resident. These nonphysician practitioners must be recognized by state law and have the legal authority to diagnose and treat patients.

Nurses who do not have advanced practice status or are not credentialed by the state to make diagnoses are typically not permitted to assign diagnoses. They may be part of the interdisciplinary team that helps manage care, but the ultimate responsibility for diagnosis lies with the physician or approved nonphysician practitioner.