💊 NCLEX-RN Exam Prep

Which task is appropriate to delegate to a licensed practical nurse (LPN)?

A Initial patient assessment
B Administering oral medications to a stable patient
C Developing the nursing care plan
D Patient education about new diagnosis

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

LPN scope: administer PO/IM/SQ meds (some states IV with certification), wound care, collect data, reinforce teaching. RN only: initial assessment, care planning, IV push meds, patient education, delegation decisions, unstable patients.

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