How should an LPN/LVN explain the term accountability to a student nurse?
A) "Accountability is the transfer of responsibility for wrong actions."
B) "Accountability is shared responsibility with the physician for wrongdoing."
C) "Accountability is assuming personal responsibility for one's nursing actions."
D) "Accountability is giving up responsibility when the situation dictates."

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Accountability means that one is answerable for one's actions. The other options do not correctly reflect the meaning of accountability.

How Should an LPN/LVN Explain the Term Accountability to a Student