The Charge Nurse Is Creating Assignments for the Oncoming Shift

question 9

Multiple Choice

The charge nurse is creating assignments for the oncoming shift. She notices that today staffing consists of three RNs and one LPN. Which assignment would be most appropriate for the LPN?

• A) Acute MI: needs preparation for the catheter lab
• B) Flu-like symptoms: needs reassessment of vital signs every hour
• C) Possible stroke: needs anticoagulation therapy
• D) Dehydration: needs IVF boluses and IV antiemetic

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