When teaching a student nurse about the scope of practice for the licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN), the nursing instructor notes that additional teaching is needed when the student nurse states:
1. "The LPN/LVN can practice independently."
2. "The LPN/LVN can practice under the supervision of a dentist."
3. "The LPN/LVN can practice under the supervision of a physician."
4. "The LPN/LVN can practice under the supervision of a registered nurse."
ANS: 1
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