Question

The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LP/VN) is caring for a group of clients and delegates tasks to the nursing assistant (NA). Which action by the NA requires the LP/VN to intervene immediately?

a. Gather extra linens and store them in the client's room
b. Prepare a client for an enema without first properly identifying the client
c. Take 15 extra minutes on her lunch, making the other NAs' breaks late
d. Fail to clock out and is walking out the door to go home

Answer 1

The LP/VN needs to intervene immediately when the NA prepares a client for an enema without properly identifying the client.

Step-by-step explanation:

The action by the nursing assistant (NA) that requires immediate intervention from the licensed practical/vocational nurse (LP/VN) is option b: preparing a client for an enema without first properly identifying the client.

This is a violation of patient safety protocols as proper identification of the client is essential before proceeding with any procedure or intervention.

Identifying the client helps prevent errors, such as administering treatments to the wrong person.