How Should an LPN/LVN Explain the Term Accountability to a Student

question 26

Multiple Choice

How should an LPN/LVN explain the term accountability to a student nurse?

• A) "Accountability is the transfer of responsibility for wrong actions."
• B) "Accountability is shared responsibility with the physician for wrongdoing."
• C) "Accountability is assuming personal responsibility for one's nursing actions."
• D) "Accountability is giving up responsibility when the situation dictates."

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