If a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) provides discharge teaching, who is legally responsible?
a. Chief executive officer
b. Institution where the LPN/LVN works
c. Risk manager
d. UAP
B
The institution where the LPN/LVN works is liable for negligence or malpractice of the LPN/LVN or RN. Only the RN can provide discharge instruction.
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