Question
Can a licensed practical nurse perform iliac crest bone marrow aspirations and biopsies?
Answer
The Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission determines that it is not within the scope of a licensed practical nurse to perform iliac crest bone marrow aspirations and biopsies due to the complexity of the procedure. A licensed practical nurse may assist an authorized health care practitioner or registered nurse in performing the procedure.
FAQ Category
Infusion Therapy, Phlebotomy, and Laboratory Tests
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