ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Quiz Questions
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A nurse in a long-term care facility is planning care for several clients. Which of the following activities should the nurse delegate to the licensed practical nurse (LPN)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Administering medication to a patient with a PEG tube. LPNs are trained to administer medications and provide direct patient care under the supervision of an RN. LPNs are competent in medication administration and are capable of managing patients with PEG tubes safely. This task does not require advanced assessment skills or critical thinking beyond the scope of an LPN.
A: Admission assessment of a new client - This task requires comprehensive assessment skills and critical thinking abilities which are typically within the RN scope of practice.
C: Teaching a client insulin injection technique - Patient education involving medication administration requires in-depth knowledge and counseling skills usually performed by an RN.
D: Evaluating changes to a client's pressure ulcer - Wound assessment and evaluation require advanced nursing assessment skills and critical thinking, which are typically performed by an RN.
In summary, the LPN can safely administer medications to a patient with a PEG tube as it falls within their scope of practice. The other options involve tasks
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