A nursing team consists of an RN, two LPNs, and two UAPs. Which work would be completed by the RN? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Reviewing the client's plan of care with the UAPs
2. Discussing the client's increasing shortness of breath with the LPN
3. Updating the care plan of a client who will undergo surgery tomorrow
4. Administering oral medications to clients
5. Calling the physician to discuss the client's response to a new treatment
1,2,3,5
Rationale 1: The RN team leader is responsible for conducting the nursing care conference and reviewing the client's plan of care with the team.
Rationale 2: The RN team leader guides the client care and helps to resolve any problems that may occur.
Rationale 3: Developing and updating nursing care plans is the work of the RN team leader.
Rationale 4: Typically the team leader is involved in indirect client care activities.
Rationale 5: Communicating and collaborating with physicians is generally the responsibility of the team leader.
Global Rationale:
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