A licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) is providing care alongside a registered nurse (RN) and an assistive personnel (AP) for a client recovering from a total knee arthroplasty. Which action by the LPN/VN represents appropriate care assignment and collaboration?
- Administering a scheduled oral muscle relaxant before the AP assists the client with repositioningCevap
- BProviding the initial education regarding surgical risks before asking the client to sign a consent form for a blood transfusion
- CAccepting the RN's request to administer a prescribed intravenous (IV) push analgesic for sudden, severe incisional pain
- DAnswering questions about the client's surgical outcome from a concerned coworker who is not assigned to the client
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Administering a scheduled oral muscle relaxant before the AP assists the client with repositioning
The administration of scheduled oral medications is a standard, safe task within the LPN/VN scope of practice. Coordinating this intervention prior to the AP assisting with physical movement demonstrates excellent clinical judgment and interprofessional collaboration, as it proactively promotes client comfort and safety during mobility tasks.
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LPN/VN Scope of Practice and Interprofessional Collaboration