The new graduate nurse is asked to start an IV on a patient but isn't sure whether post-graduate certification is required to perform this skill. What is the nurse's best response?
1.
Check the state's Nurse Practice Act.
2.
Refuse to perform the skills.
3.
Call the school where the nurse graduated.
4.
Take the opportunity to practice this skill.
ANS: 1
Your state's Nurse Practice Act provides all guidelines, rules, and regulations for LPNs practicing in that state.
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