The charge nurse is creating assignments for the oncoming shift. She notices that today staffing consists of three RNs and one LPN. Which assignment would be most appropriate for the LPN?

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The most appropriate assignment for the LPN would be the patient with flu-like symptoms. The LPN can perform basic assessment and data collection and can meet the basic needs of the patient. The RNs should be assigned the patients with acute MI, possible stroke, and dehydration, all of whom require critical thinking and a higher level of care.

The Charge Nurse Is Creating Assignments for the Oncoming Shift