When Should a Nurse Consider Referring a Patient to a Specialist?
Nurses should consider a referral when a patient presents with symptoms that require specialized knowledge for diagnosis or treatment. This includes cases where a patientâs condition does not improve with standard treatment, when a specialized procedure or test is needed, or when there is a need for expert opinion on a complex medical condition. Timely referrals are crucial for effective disease management and can prevent the condition from worsening.
