Identify the task that may be delegated to an LPN (LVN) if all the clients are stable.
A)Adding potassium to a bag of D5W that was already hanging
B)Developing the nursing diagnosis for a newly admitted client
C)Teaching a new diabetic patient how to administer insulin injections
D)Turning a client with a CVA every 2 hours

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Turning a stable client with a CVA every 2 hours is a task that can be delegated to an LPN (LVN) as it is within their scope of practice and does not require the same level of assessment or critical thinking skills as the other options. Adding medication to an existing bag requires an RN to assess compatibility and potential interactions, developing a nursing diagnosis requires a higher level of critical thinking, and teaching a new diabetic patient how to administer insulin injections requires an RN to assess the patient's understanding and ability to perform the task.

Identify the Task That May Be Delegated to an LPN