A patient who is 2 days post-femoral-popliteal bypass graft to the right leg is being cared for on the vascular unit.Which action by a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) caring for the patient requires the registered nurse (RN) to intervene?
A) The LPN/LVN has the patient sit in a chair for 90 minutes.
B) The LPN/LVN assists the patient to walk 40 feet in the hallway.
C) The LPN/LVN gives the ordered aspirin 160 mg after breakfast.
D) The LPN/LVN places the patient in a Fowler's position for meals.
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