Talc (1), the softest mineral on the Mohs scale has a hardness greater than gypsum (2) in the direction that is perpendicular to the cleavage. Diamonds (10) also show a variation in hardness (the octahedral faces are harder than the cube faces).
The Ambulatory Surgery Unit (ASU) is a multifaceted unit. A preoperative (preop) nurse assesses outpatients prior to the day of surgery. This is done at the ASU preop clinic visit and again on the day of surgery. The ASU RN assures the patient meets health and nursing criteria prior to surgery.
Ambulatory care covers a wide variety of nursing positions, but can be described as registered nurses who take care of patients outside of hospital settings. This includes outpatient facilities or even in the patientâs home.Ambulatory care nurses monitor able-bodied patients to help prevent serious health issues arising from their various conditions. Preventative treatment includes screening, pain management, prescription advice and general consultation.his includes outpatient facilities or even in the patientâs home. Ambulatory care nurses monitor able-bodied patients to help prevent serious health issues arising from their various conditions. Preventative treatment includes screening, pain management, prescription advice and general consultation.