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What is the main role of a licensed practical nurse (LPN)?
What is the main role of a licensed practical nurse (LPN)?
- To work autonomously and provide care similar to a registered nurse
- To assist physicians in medical procedures
- To provide care for sick, injured, convalescent, or disabled individuals (correct)
- To train and educate new LPNs
In which countries do LPNs work under the direction of physicians and mid-level practitioners?
In which countries do LPNs work under the direction of physicians and mid-level practitioners?
- Neither United States nor Canada
- Both United States and Canada
- United States (correct)
- Canada
What is the equivalent title for LPNs in the Canadian province of Ontario?
What is the equivalent title for LPNs in the Canadian province of Ontario?
- Certified nursing assistant (CNA)
- Registered practical nurse (RPN) (correct)
- Registered nurse (RN)
- Licensed vocational nurse (LVN)
What is the duration of LPN training programs in the United States?
What is the duration of LPN training programs in the United States?
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What exam do LPNs in Canada (except for Québec) need to pass in order to practice?
What exam do LPNs in Canada (except for Québec) need to pass in order to practice?
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- The main role of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is to work under the direction of physicians and mid-level practitioners.
Countries and Equivalent Titles
- LPNs work under the direction of physicians and mid-level practitioners in the United States and Canada.
- In the Canadian province of Ontario, the equivalent title for LPNs is Registered Practical Nurse (RPN).
Training Programs
- In the United States, LPN training programs typically last for 12-18 months.
Practice Exam
- LPNs in Canada (except for Québec) need to pass the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam (CPNRE) in order to practice.
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