Question

a nurse is talking with a client who arrived at the clinic over an hour ago and states, \doesnt anyone care that i am sick? why do i have to wait so long?\ the nurse listens to the client and notifies the provider, relaying the needs of the client. in which of the following roles is the nurse performing?

• educator
• case manager
• advocate
• leader

Explanation:

To determine the nurse's role, we analyze each option:

• Educator: Involves teaching clients, not seen here.
• Case manager: Coordinates care over time, not the focus.
• Advocate: Speaks up for client needs, which the nurse does by relaying the client's concerns to the provider.
• Leader: Focuses on directing teams, not applicable here.

Answer:

C. Advocate