Which action for a patient receiving tube feedings through a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) may be delegated to a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)?
a. Providing skin care to the area around the tube site
b. Teaching the patient how to administer tube feedings
c. Determining the need for adding water to the feedings
d. Assessing the patient's nutritional status at least weekly
a. Providing skin care to the area around the tube site
LPN/LVN education and scope of practice include actions such as dressing changes and wound care.
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