The nurse's employer wants LPNs/LVNs to begin doing some procedures that are now being performed by RNs only. Which of the following is the best source of information about taking on these new tasks?

a. The National League for Nursing
b. The National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses
c. The American Nurses Association Division of Practice
d. The Joint Commission


ANS: B
The National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses (NFLPN) describes the role of LPNs/LVNs in clinical practice today. In addition, nursing actions must be in accordance with the nurse practice acts of the state in which the nurse is practicing.

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