What staff member should the nurse on the postoperative unit assign to do a follow-up assessment for a patient who has returned home after having an intravenous pyelogram 24 hours ago?

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An RN (Registered Nurse) is more qualified than an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to perform a follow-up assessment, especially for a patient who has undergone a procedure like an intravenous pyelogram, which involves the urinary system. The specific unit the RN is floating from is less important than the level of licensure and education, as RNs are trained to assess and manage a wide range of postoperative conditions.

What Staff Member Should the Nurse on the Postoperative Unit