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LPN Role and Responsibilities Quiz
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LPN Role and Responsibilities Quiz

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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>One to two years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What exam do LPNs in Canada (except for Québec) need to pass in order to practice?

    <p>Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam (CPNRE)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    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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    Test your knowledge on the role and responsibilities of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the United States and Canada. Explore topics such as patient care, collaboration with healthcare professionals, and the scope of practice for LPNs in different jurisdictions.

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