LPN/LVNs functioning in an expanded role are most often employed in
a. critical care units.
b. pediatric clinics.
c. home health care.
d. long-term care.
ANS: D
Long-term care lends itself to the use of LPN/LVNs functioning in the expanded role. The other practice environments involve patients who are less stable and therefore require greater direct supervision by the RN.
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