An RN Recently Relocated to Another Region of the Country

Multiple Choice

An RN recently relocated to another region of the country and immediately assumed the role of charge nurse. When determining the appropriate person to whom to delegate, the RN knows that:

A) the role of the LPN/LVN is the same from state to state.
B) the LPN/LVN can be taught to perform all the duties of an RN if approved by the employer and if additional on-the-job training is provided.
C) he or she must review the state's nurse practice act for LPN/LVNs, because each state defines the role and scope of practice of the LPN/LVN.
D) The Joint Commission has certified and established roles for the LPN/LVN.