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