Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
The LPN has been given assignments by the RN. Which assignment should the LPN question as being beyond the scope of the LPN?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The LPN should be able to recognize when an assignment is beyond their scope of practice. Administering chemotherapy for leukemia is not within the scope of practice for the LPN, and this assignment should be questioned. Choices A, B, and C are within the scope of practice for an LPN. Reinforcing teaching on self-administration of insulin, assisting with discharge instructions on dressing changes, and caring for a client being discharged with no medications are all appropriate tasks for an LPN.