Author Question: The LPN is becoming certified in long-term care (gerontology). Which of the following accurately ... (Read 23 times)

dollx · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

The LPN is becoming certified in long-term care (gerontology). Which of the following accurately describes a qualification for this process?

A) The nurse must first achieve a RN degree.
B) The nurse must have practiced in the field for 2 years.
C) The nurse must furnish letters of reference.
D) The nurse must complete 40 units of continuing education to renew it.

Question 2

The nurse explains to a client with a family history of breast cancer the difference between benign and malignant neoplasms. Which of the following is a characteristic of a malignant neoplasm?

A) Round or oval shape
B) Irregular shape and hard
C) Movable
D) Smooth border

courtney_bruh · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
This certification was developed specifically for LPN/LVNs. To qualify for this examination, the nurse must hold an active LPN/LVN license in the United States or its territories, must have practiced in long-term care for 2,000 hours (full-time equivalent of 1 year) within the past 3 years, and must furnish endorsement letters of reference. The certification period lasts for several years and can be renewed by meeting established requirements, including 20 or more units of specific continuing education.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
Malignant lesions are more likely to be irregularly shaped and hard, and often show secondary signs, such as enlarged lymph nodes in the axillary area, breast asymmetry, nipple retraction, bloody discharge, dimpling, or elevation of one breast. Benign lesions tend to be round or oval with a smooth border and usually show no secondary signs. Furthermore, benign lesions are likely to be movable.