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Zulu123

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The new graduate nurse is asked to start an IV on a patient but isn't sure whether post-graduate certification is required to perform this skill. What is the nurse's best response?
 
  1.
  Check the state's Nurse Practice Act.
  2.
  Refuse to perform the skills.
  3.
  Call the school where the nurse graduated.
  4.
  Take the opportunity to practice this skill.

Question 2

How long should the nurse's career plan extend?
 
  1.
  One year
  2.
  Two years
  3.
  Five years
  4.
  Ten years


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macmac

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1
Your state's Nurse Practice Act provides all guidelines, rules, and regulations for LPNs practicing in that state.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 3
The five-year career plan is recommended so that you understand where you want to go with your nursing career. You are also your best evaluator. The plan may require outside help and should be made with flexibility.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 17, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 17, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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