Which function falls within the LPN/LVN's scope of practice?
a. Formulating the plan of care
b. Collecting data
c. Selecting nursing diagnoses
d. Setting goals, objectives, and outcomes
B
One of the many functions of the LPN/LVN is that of data collector. Formulating the plan of care; selecting nursing diagnoses; and setting goals, objectives, and outcomes are not in the scope of practice for the practical nurse and must be performed by an RN.
You might also like to view...
In developing the discharge plan for a patient who was treated in the hospital for anaphylactic shock related to a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) allergy, what would be the most important information for the nurse to include?
A) Adhere to dietary restrictions. B) Follow up in one month with the physician. C) Check labels of over-the-counter medications prior to taking. D) Have blood pressure checked on a regular basis.
The physician orders paclitaxel (Taxol) 135 mg/m2 to be administered over 24 hours. The client's body surface area is 1.62 m2. The medication is supplied 6 mg/mL. How many mL would you administer?
1. 1312.2 mL 2. 13.9 mL 3. 36.5 mL 4. 0.14 mL
The mother of a 12-year-old child informs the nurse that the child's father died from sudden cardiac death at 44 years old. Which laboratory tests does the nurse anticipate will be prescribed by the healthcare provider?
1. Chest x-ray 2. Complete blood count (CBC) with differential 3. Electroencephalogram (EEG) 4. Lipid profile
A patient recently started on linagliptin, an incretin enhancer (DPP-4 inhibitor) as monotherapy. What is the best instruction by the nurse?
A. Immediately report any itching, rashes, or swelling of the face or tongue. B. Always carry a quick-acting carbohydrate source in case symptoms of hypoglycemia occur. C. Appropriate administration of subcutaneous injections. D. With this medication you will not need to come back for frequent blood draws.