1.ID: 9476872990
A registered nurse (RN) on the 7 a.m.–3 p.m. shift is planning client assignments for the day. Which clients would be appropriate for the RN to
assign to the licensed practical nurse (LPN)? Select all
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1.ID: 9476872990
A registered nurse (RN) on the 7 a.m.–3 p.m. shift is planning client assignments for the day. Which clients would be appropriate for the RN to
assign to the licensed practical nurse (LPN)? Select all that apply.
A. A client who had a mastectomy 2 days ago Correct
B. A client with type 1 diabetes mellitus who has a foot ulcer Correct
C. A client with left-side weakness who will need assistance with
personal care Correct
D. A newly admitted client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD)
E. A client being transferred in from the intensive care unit with a deep
vein thrombosis and a heparin drip
Rationale: When a nurse delegates aspects of a client’s care to another staff member, the nurse assigning the task is responsible for ensuring that each task is appropriately assigned on the basis of the educational level and competency of the staff member. The client with COPD who was admitted during the night will need close monitoring of the respiratory status. An LPN may not administer most high-risk intravenous medications, including heparin. The client who has had a mastectomy and the client with a foot ulcer will likely require dressing changes, an activity that is within the scope of practice of the LPN. The client with left-side weakness requiring personal care assistance could also be
assigned to the LPN.
Test-Taking Strategy: Use the process of elimination, focusing on the subject, assignment to the LPN. Recalling that an LPN may not administer high-risk intravenous medications will assist you in eliminating this option. Eliminate the newly admitted client with COPD, noting that this client will require a higher level of monitoring. Review the principles of delegating tasks if you had difficulty
with this question.
Level of Cognitive Ability: Applying
Client Needs: Safe and Effective Care Environment Integrated Process: Nursing Process/Planning Content Area: Delegating/Prioritizing
Giddens Concepts: Care Coordination, Safety
HESI Concepts: Collaboration/Managing Care – Care Coordination, Safety
Reference: Zerwekh, J., & Zerwekh, A. (2015). Nursing today: Transition and
trends (8th ed., pp. 305, 308). St. Louis: Elsevier Awarded 3.0 points out of 3.0 possible points.
2.ID: 9476871061
A home care nurse is assigned to visit a prenatal client with a diagnosis of hyperemesis gravidarum (HEG). During physical assessment of the client, the
nurse should first:
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