A registered nurse is caring for four clients. Which task is appropriate to assign to a licensed practical nurse?
Correct answer: B. Reinforce diet teaching for a client with newly diagnosed diabetes
- A. Perform an initial assessment of a client with chest pain
- B. Reinforce diet teaching for a client with newly diagnosed diabetes
- C. Develop discharge teaching for a client after surgery
- D. Evaluate whether pain treatment relieved a client's pain
Explanation
A licensed practical nurse may reinforce teaching that has already been provided by the registered nurse. Initial assessment, development of teaching, and evaluation of outcomes are registered nurse responsibilities.
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Delegation and assignment cover how the registered nurse allocates care according to patient stability, task complexity, staff competence and legal scope. The five rights of delegation, supervision, communication and follow-up are linked to the difference between an RN, LPN or LVN, and unlicensed assistive personnel, while accountability for overall nursing care remains with the RN.
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