The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LP/VN) is informed at a staff meeting that the hospital plans on cross training the LP/VNs to draw the blood specimens and perform the electrocardiograms (ECGs)
The state nurse practice act permits the additional tasks through cross training. Which question is the most important question the LP/VN should ask at this meeting?
A) What is happening to the phlebotomists and ECG technician's positions? Will they still be around?
B) What training will be provided to ensure that the nurses performing the skills are competent and have the necessary knowledge to practice safely?
C) Will the LP/VNs receive additional pay compensation for the additional skills we provide for the hospital?
D) What happens if I cannot learn the skills or perform them proficiently? Is there another unit I can work and not perform the skills?
Ans: B
Feedback:
The most important question to ask should include the training needs of performance of the skill, psychomotor training, and the knowledge necessary to make competent decisions. The safety of the clients should be the top concern of the nurse in this situation. The other questions deal with less important priorities: concern for other staff member's employment; a request for additional compensation because of the increased workload; and acquiring knowledge about what happens to employment if the nurse is unable to master the skill.
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