Which of the following is an example of breach of duty?
a. The LPN/LVN walks off the unit during the shift.
b. The LPN/LVN resigns from the position.
c. The LPN/LVN delegates duties to unlicensed assistive personnel.
d. The LPN/LVN does not perform duties according to the standard of care.
ANS: D
Breach of duty means the nurse did not adhere to the nursing standard of care. Walking off the unit during the shift refers to abandonment. Resigning from the position is a right of the nurse. Delegating duties according to the standard of care is not a breach of duty if it is permitted by the state Nurse Practice Act and is correctly performed.
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