Which statement is true about mobility from LPN/LVN to RN?
a. It is possible in many states using career ladder and advanced standing programs.
b. It is impossible in most states, because LPN/LVN courses cannot be given academic credit in colleges.
c. It can be accomplished by joining one of the military services and taking challenge examinations.
d. It requires practice agreements with local physicians and health care agencies to allow the LPN/LVN to work outside the legal job title.
ANS: A
Many states, including New York, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, have removed barriers to LPN/LVN educational mobility. Articulation agreements and challenge examinations take care of courses being given academic credit in colleges. While in the military, one can take courses leading to a higher credential. Practice agreements with local physicians and health care agencies are not required to allow the LPN/LVN to work outside the legal job title.
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