A nurse is implementing interventions for a group of patients. Which actions are nursing interventions? (Select all that apply.)
A) Order chest x-ray for suspected arm fracture.
B) Prescribe antibiotics for a wound infection.
C) Reposition a patient who is on bed rest.
D) Teach a patient preoperative exercises.
E) Transfer a patient to another hospital unit.

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A nursing intervention is any treatment based on clinical judgment and knowledge that a nurse performs to enhance patient outcomes. Repositioning, teaching, and transferring a patient are examples of nursing interventions. Ordering a chest x-ray and prescribing antibiotics are examples of medical interventions performed by a health care provider.

A Nurse Is Implementing Interventions for a Group of Patients