Management of Care Q 32

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You are preparing to admit a patient with a seizure disorder. Which of the following actions can you delegate to LPN/LVN?

  

     A. Complete admission assessment

     B. Set up oxygen and suction equipment

     C. Place a padded tongue blade at the bedside

     D. Pad the side rails before the patient arrives

    

    

Correct Answer: B. Set up oxygen and suction equipment

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The LPN/LVN can set up the equipment for oxygen and suction.

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Option A: The RN should perform the complete initial assessment.

Option C: Tongue blades should not be at the bedside and should never be inserted into the patient’s mouth after a seizure begins.

Option D: Padded side rails are controversial in terms of whether they actually provide safety and may embarrass the patient and family.

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