The nurse is preparing assignments in a pediatric unit for the night shift.Which of the following would be appropriate to assign the LPN/LVN?
A) A 5-year-old child who had an appendectomy about 6 hours ago
B) A 4-year-old child admitted for severe epiglottis who is running a fever of 102° F
C) A 6-year-old child admitted with dehydration and receiving IV therapy
D) A 7-year-old child who has inhalation burns 2 days ago and has a tracheostomy

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The child who is postoperative for the appendectomy would be an appropriate assignment for the LVN/LPV.This child's problem has a predictable outcome.The question doesn't mention any unstable symptoms that would have to be handled outside the LVN/LPN's scope of practice.The children with epiglottis,dehydration,and burns will need to be evaluated and monitored for complications,which is the scope of practice and responsibility of the nurse.

The Nurse Is Preparing Assignments in a Pediatric Unit for the Night