Which client with an endocrine problem is most appropriate for the charge nurse to delegate to the licensed practical nurse (LPN)?

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Registered nurses (RNs) are able to delegate tasks to LPNs. The nurse delegating a task remains legally responsible for the client's total care during the shift, and may be held liable for delegating inappropriately. Routine procedures such as urinary catheterization fall well within the LPN scope of practice, the other clients are in crisis, requiring acute care. (Options A, C) LPNs are trained in many nursing skills; these include but are not limited to nasotracheal suctioning, Foley catheter and nasogastric tube insertion, dressing changes, and subcutaneous, intramuscular, and oral medication administration. However, IV medication administration is typically reserved for the RN. (Option D) Frequent assessment of unstable clients or clients with changes in condition is an exclusive RN task. Other key components of RN practice that should not be delegated or assigned include planning, implementation of complex care, evaluation, and teaching. Educational objective: The charge nurse should assign the most stable clients to the LPN. Tasks exclusive to the RN includes assessment of an unstable client and intravenous medication administration.

Which Client with an Endocrine Problem Is most Appropriate for the Charge