The RN Observes an LPN/LVN Carrying Out All of the Following

question 11

Multiple Choice

The RN observes an LPN/LVN carrying out all of the following actions while caring for a patient with stage 2 chronic kidney disease. Which action requires the RN to intervene?

• A) The LPN/LVN administers erythropoietin subcutaneously.
• B) The LPN/LVN assists the patient to ambulate in the hallway.
• C) The LPN/LVN gives the iron supplement and phosphate binder with lunch.
• D) The LPN/LVN carries a tray containing low-protein foods into the patient's room.

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