Describe the process you and your preceptor utilize to apply knowledge in pathophysiology and physical assessment to determine need for diagnostic testing.

Provide one example of the conversation you have with the patient when there is a need for diagnostic testing. How do you document in the electronic medical record the type of diagnostic testing ordered and justification for the diagnostic test(s)?

Describe how the electronic medical record helps you manage results of diagnostic studies so no results are missed or followed up.

Include 3 references