An LPN just received her license to practice and applied for a position at a skilled nursing care facility. While being interviewed, the LPN asks what her role will be at the facility. What is the best answer by the interviewer?
A) "You will be organizing and coordinating the care of the clients."
B) "You will be participating in the care of the clients."
C) "You will be in charge of a unit and have 24-hour accountability."
D) "You will be responsible for developing and implementing a plan of care for the clients."
B
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An RN must be in charge of client's care, although other healthcare providers, particularly LPN/LVNs, participate in their care. The other answers are all under the scope of practice of an RN.
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