The most fundamental requirement for assuming the practice role of LPN/LVN charge nurse is
a. licensure in the state of practice.
b. experience with resident assignment.
c. the ability to coordinate patient care services.
d. a knowledge of the principles of delegation.
ANS: A
The LPN/LVN practice role requires that the individual be licensed as an LPN/LVN in the state in which he or she is practicing. The other qualifications are important but are not the most basic.
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