The charge nurse observes a life-threatening deficiency on the part of an LPN working on the unit. What should be the initial action of the charge nurse in response to this situation?
A) Prepare a plan of assistance for the employee.
B) Tell the director of nursing immediately.
C) Enroll the employee in retraining classes.
D) Terminate the employee immediately.
B
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If the charge nurse observes life-threatening or illegal deficiencies on the part of an employee, the director of nursing should be notified at once. The employee should be suspended, pending investigation. During suspension, retraining or treatment may occur. However, if the employee's act was very serious, termination of employment is often the only legal option open to the facility
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