A patient is admitted to a medical unit with pulmonary edema. His primary nurse admits him and then provides a written plan of care. What type of educational preparation best fits the role of primary nurse?
a. Baccalaureate
b. Associate
c. Diploma
d. LPN/LVN
A
Because of the breadth of nursing knowledge required, baccalaureate education is preferred for primary nurses.
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