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Scope of Practice (Non-Clinical)
You provide emotional, physical, and informational support, not medical care.
You do:
- Offer calm, non-judgmental presence
- Provide comfort measures (breathing, positioning, grounding)
- Share general, evidence-based information
- Support communication and advocacy
- Help clients navigate systems and resources
You do not:
- Diagnose or treat conditions
- Interpret labs, vitals, or imaging
- Give medical advice
- Replace clinical staff
If something feels outside scope → flag the clinical team.
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