Which task is appropriate for the nurse to delegate to a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)?
a. Complete the initial admission assessment and plan of care.
b. Document teaching completed before a diagnostic procedure.
c. Instruct a patient about low-fat, reduced sodium dietary restrictions.
d. Obtain bedside blood glucose on a patient before insulin administration.
ANS: D
The education and scope of practice of the LPN/LVN include activities such as obtaining glucose testing using a finger stick. Patient teaching and the initial assessment and development of the plan of care are nursing actions that require registered nurse education and scope of practice.
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