The RN Delegates Changing a Sterile Dressing Over a Central

question 4

Multiple Choice

The RN delegates changing a sterile dressing over a central line to a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) .The LPN/LVN contaminated the site during the dressing change,and an infection developed in the patient.Which of the following statements is true?

• A) The LPN/LVN is guilty of malpractice.
• B) The RN is ultimately responsible for acts he or she delegates.
• C) The hospital cannot be held responsible for the acts of its employees.
• D) A malpractice suit cannot be brought as no harm came to the patient.

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