How does the LPN/LVN use nursing diagnosis in patient care?
a. To set patient-centered goals
b. To convert nursing diagnoses to patient problems
c. To implement independent nursing interventions
d. To justify participation in data collection
ANS: B
The LPN/LVN uses the nursing diagnosis as the reference point for identifying patient problems that require intervention. The nursing diagnosis is not required by the LPN/LVN to set goals and outcomes, implement nursing interventions, or participate in data collection.
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