Coordinated CareQuestion 10 of 120
An LPN/LVN is floated to an unfamiliar unit. Which action is most appropriate?
a.Refuse the assignment and leave the facility
b.Accept tasks within the LPN/LVN scope and ask for orientation to the unit
c.Perform any task requested regardless of competence
d.Care only for clients who require no medications
Explanation
A floated nurse should accept assignments within their scope and competence while requesting orientation to unfamiliar equipment and routines. Refusing to work may be abandonment, but performing unsafe tasks is negligent. Communicating limitations protects clients.
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