Asked by Francine Kazmierski on Jul 25, 2024
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Which of the following is the most appropriate task(s) to be delegated to the licensed practical nurse (LPN) ? Select all that apply.
A) Administer oral pain medications
B) Insert an indwelling (e.g., Foley) catheter
C) Perform an admission assessment on a new patient
D) Establish a new teaching plan for a diabetic patient
Licensed Practical Nurse
A nurse who has undergone training and obtained a license to provide basic medical care under the supervision of registered nurses and doctors.
Oral Pain Medications
Medicines taken by mouth to relieve pain, ranging from over-the-counter options to prescription drugs.
Indwelling Catheter
An indwelling catheter is a medical device inserted into the body to allow for the continuous, passive drainage of urine from the bladder.
- Pinpoint tasks that can be appropriately assigned to nursing assistive personnel (NAP).
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Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint tasks that can be appropriately assigned to nursing assistive personnel (NAP).
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