Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) have commonly held management positions in which of the following places?
1.
Hospitals
2.
The military
3.
Long-term care
4.
Clinics
ANS: 3
LPNs have long been managers and leaders in long-term care facilities. LPNs have more opportunities today to assume roles of a leader and a manager in healthcare facilities. These roles have been outlined by nursing leaders and are supported by both clients and other nurses.
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