LPD Exam one review
A nursing instructor has instructed a student nurse to document objectively. The student nurse demonstrates understanding when documenting
"Odor of alcohol on breath; refuses to stay in assigned room."
The nurse is converting an infant's weight from lb to kg. If the infant weighs 10 lbs 4 oz, what is his weight in kg? (Round to the nearest 10th)
4.7 kg. (10.4/2.2 = 4.72 = 4.7)
Which of the following is the best example of effective management?
A nurse motivates others to guide and work with clients.
Which of the following tasks would not be appropriate for the LVN to accept when delegated by the registered nurse (RN)?
Administer IV push morphine sulfate to the client with postoperative pain.
Which three behaviors indicate that a nursing student is taking responsibility for learning during a lecture discussion or a cooperative learning session?
Advance preparation. Discussion participation. Listening closely
Which quality is rarely found in democratic leaders?
Arrogance.
During an emergency, the charge nurse tells the LPN/LVN, I need you to place the patient on a nonrebreather mask now. The charge nurse has little regard for the LPN/LVN's input at this time. The charge nurse is displaying what leadership style?
Autocratic.
Many healthcare professionals work in teams when providing care for clients. Which of the following healthcare professionals is ultimately responsible for the total nursing care of clients while on duty?
Charge nurse.
A nurse is working as a team leader in a healthcare facility. What duties will this nurse most likely perform? SATA
Check if the medication-dispensing machine is functioning properly. Check whether the temperature of the medication refrigerator is correct. Send all client acuity reports to administration.
The priority step the LPN/LVN charge nurse should take before delegating one of the charges to another LPN/LVN on staff is to?
Check the Nurse Practice Act of the state to learn whether an LPN/LVN charge nurse is allowed to delegate duties.
What type of leader shares decision-making activities with group participants?
Democratic
A leadership style that focuses on both the task and the employee is the?
Democratic style.
Which type of leadership is it when the leader acts as a guide and encourages team spirit, mutual respect, and shared responsibility?
Democratic.
While studying for the National Council Licensing Examination, the graduate nurse is determining the extent in which a client's goals have been achieved after care. Which phase of the nursing process is this situation Measuring?
Evaluation.
A nurse caring for clients in an extended-care facility is considered a leader. Which of the following best describes the function of a leader?
Influencing others.
A team leader in a healthcare facility is using an autocractic leadership style. What should the team leader do when dealing with a life-threatening emergency situation?
Instruct the staff members on duties they need to do.
A nurse manager allows the nurses on staff to choose their own clients and work out schedules together. Which of the following styles of leadership is this nurse displaying?
Laissez-faire.
The chair of your hospital's Nursing Practice Committee holds meetings that do not have a planned agenda. Members of the committee who are interested in a particular topic feel free to suggest it and then to lead the subsequent discussion. Which of the following describes the chair's leadership style?
Laissez-faire.
Which of the following best describes the relationship between leadership and management?
Leaders influence people, while managers control people.
The most fundamental requirement for assuming the practive role of LPN/LVN charge nurse is?
Licensure in the state of practice.
During an annual performance review, the nurse is identified as being an effective leader. Which behavior is the nurse demonstrating as a leader?
Modeling actions to influence behavior of others.
According to the National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses the role of the LPN is expanding. Which of the following are activities that LPNs would perform? SATA
Reporting changes in client condition. Administering medications. Taking vital signs. Providing input into planning care.
Which of the following are characteristics of an effective manager? SATA
Sound communication skills. Strong decision-making skills. Good problem-solving skills.
An LPN wishes to take up the position of team leader and asks for suggestion from an experienced nurse. What role should the experienced nurse suggest the LPN to perform?
Supervise unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP).
The charge nurse observes a life-threatening deficiency on the part of an LPN working on the unit. What should be the initial action of the charge nurse in response to this situation?
Tell the director of nursing immediately.
The LPN is taking a telephone order for medication for a client whose condition is deteriorating. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for this practice?
The LPN may take telephone orders only if the institution clearly defines the practice.
The ultimate responsibility for an LPN/LVN remaining current in the nursing profession lies with?
the individual nurse.