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6. The nurse assists a patient who requires assistance to the bathroom and then leaves the patient alone.  Approximately 30 minutes later the nurse enters the room to find the patient lying in the bathroom floor.  The nurse could be found guilty of which of the following?

43. The nurse is caring for a patient who has been in a MVA and no longer has any brain activity.  The provider has ordered a DNR (do not resuscitate).  Which of the following will the nurse ensure is noted prior to leaving at the end of the shift?  

31. The new LPN is assigned to a client with a feeding tube which will need to be flushed with 50 mL of water. The nurse has not performed a feeding tube flush before. What is the best action for the nurse to take?

17. The nurse is working on a pediatric unit and has been assigned to care for a four year old child who has pneumonia.  What consideration(s) must the nurse use to communicate effectively with the child?

36. Nurses can avoid liability for negligence by : Select all that apply.

5. Which of the following are included in the 5 rights of delegation?  (Select all that apply)  

1. A patient is having difficulty urinating.  The nurse states, “If you do not void I will have to put a catheter in.”  The nurse making this statement would be an example of which of the following?

39.  Which of the following is an appropriate task for the LPN to delegate to the AP (assistive personnel)?

25. A client states, “I’m really upset about this surgery.” Which of the following should the nurse reply?  

50. It is essential for nurses to be aware of clients’ rights to privacy and confidentiality. Facility polices and procedures help ensure adherence with ______________ regulations.