When working in the urology/nephrology clinic, which patient could the nurse delegate to an experienced licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)?
a. Patient who is scheduled for a renal biopsy after a recent kidney transplant
b. Patient who will need monitoring for several hours after a renal arteriogram
c. Patient who requires teaching about possible post-cystoscopy complications
d. Patient who will have catheterization to check for residual urine after voiding
ANS: D
LPN/LVN education includes common procedures such as catheterization of stable patients. The other patients require more complex assessments and/or patient teaching that are included in registered nurse (RN) education and scope of practice.
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