The Nurse Manager Is Creating the Patient Assignment for Today

question 25

Multiple Choice

The nurse manager is creating the patient assignment for today. She has five registered nurses (RNs) , two licensed practical nurses (LPNs) , and five nurse technicians (NAs) scheduled. When making the assignment, the nurse manager needs to remember that:

• A) RNs are responsible for all care delegated to unlicensed nursing personnel.
• B) delegation is considered direct intervention for patient care.
• C) LPNs operate independently and may delegate patient care.
• D) nursing practice is clearly delineated and is standard across the country.

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Definitions:

Cancer Cells

Abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably and can invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body.

Nondisplaced Fracture

A break in a bone that has not led to a misalignment of the bone fragments; the broken pieces remain in place.

Radius

One of the two large bones in the forearm, extending from the elbow to the wrist on the side of the thumb.

Ulna

One of the two long bones in the forearm, running from the elbow to the smallest finger, and located on the side opposite the thumb.