The LPN is assisting with the admission of a client scheduled for surgery the next day. What role does the LPN have in the planning phase of the nursing process?
A) Gathers more extensive biopsychosocial data
B) Draws conclusions, uses judgment, and makes diagnosis
C) Establishes priorities, sets short- and long-term goals
D) Contributes to the development of care plans
D
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The role of the LPN allows for the contribution of the development of care plans. The other answers are within the scope of practice of an RN.
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