During a newborn assessment the nurse identifies that the temperature, pulse, respirations, and other physical characteristics are within the expected range. The nurse records these findings on the clinical record. Legally, how should the nurse’s action be interpreted
1
The nurse met the requirements set forth in the Nurse Practice Act.
2
This is a medical diagnosis and the nurse overstepped the legal boundary.
3
Nursing assessments are not equivalent to a health care provider’s assessments.
4
The initial assessment of the infant’s physical status is the responsibility of the client’s health care provider.