Which statements accurately describe the role of the LPN/LVN in relation to use of the nursing process? (Select all that apply.)
a. LPN/LVNs have an interdependent relationship with other health team members.
b. LPN/LVNs act in a more dependent role when participating in the planning and evaluation phases.
c. LPN/LVNs act more independently when participating in data collection and implementation phases than in any other phases of the nursing process.
d. LPN/LVNs are able to use the NANDA list to make nursing diagnoses.
e. LPN/LVN basic education enables them to perform patient interviews and assessment of body systems.
ANS: A, B, C
LPN/LVNs implement orders for treatments and medication written by physicians, dentists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other qualified health team members. The LPN/LVN contributes by collecting and sharing data that are used by the RN to plan and evaluate care. The LPN/LVN is skillful in data collection and providing planned nursing interventions. Nursing diagnosis is the domain of the RN. LPN/LVN basic education does not teach interview skills and physical assessment of body systems.
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