Problem:
You are RN working as the charge nurse in OB and you think the patient needed an intrauterine catheter, but the attending physician is not present. You ask the resident to insert the catheter.
The resident thinks that the attending has been notified and inserts the catheter. When the attending physician finds out, he is angry at you and yells at you in front of other staff.
D: Describe the specific situation
E. Express your concerns about the action
S. Suggest other alternatives
C. Consequences should be stated.