The nursing team consists of a registered nurse (RN), licensed practical nurse (LPN), and 2 unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). The nurse considers the assignment appropriate if the LPN is assigned to care for which pediatric client?

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The nursing team consists of a registered nurse (RN), licensed practical nurse (LPN), and 2 unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP).  The nurse considers the assignment appropriate if the LPN is assigned to care for which pediatric client?

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The LPN should be assigned stable clients with expected outcomes. A 5-day post-diaphragmatic hernia client is stable at this time. The LPN cannot perform initial teaching, assessments, or evaluate a client condition (Option B). (Option A) This client is scheduled for surgery today and will require education and evaluation. (Option C) This client is newly admitted to the unit and will need to be assessed by an RN. (Option D) This client is not stable. The client is exhibiting signs of diabetic ketoacidosis and will require care provided by an RN. Educational objective: The RN should delegate stable clients with expected outcomes to the LPN. The RN cannot delegate any techniques or procedures that involve evaluation, teaching, or assessment methods.

The Nursing Team Consists of a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed