A beginning licensed practical/vocational nurse is caring for clients on a medicalñsurgical unit. For which procedure should the LP/VN ask for assistance from the registered nurse (RN)?
A) Administering sitz bath to a client after a hemorrhoidectomy
B) Titration of intravenous cardiac medications to a client who became unstable
C) Documenting care provided in the electronic medical record
D) Caring for a client in contact isolation using precautions
Ans: B
Feedback:
All of the procedures listed are within the LP/VN's job responsibilities except caring for an unstable client and providing titration of intravenous cardiac medications. The LP/VN needs assistance from the registered nurse for the procedures provided to a client who is unstable.
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