The LPN may exhibit accountability by:
1. adhering to agency policy.
2. working extra shifts during a staff shortage.
3. teaching clients skills for self-care.
4. joining NAPNES.
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Adherence to agency policies demonstrates that the LPN is accountable to her obligations of employment. Working extra shifts, teaching, and membership in NAPNES are personal values, not accountability.
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