After licensing, the LPN/LVN is permitted to perform complex nursing skills as delegated by the registered nurse (RN) and allowed by the Nurse Practice Act. Delegation is allowed as long as which requirements are met? (Select all that apply.)
A) An RN is willing to teach the skill.
B) An RN observes the return demonstration.
C) An RN delegates complex patients to the LPN/LVN.
D) An RN delegates formulating nursing diagnoses to the LPN/LVN.
E) An RN documents the teaching or learning process for the LPN/LVN's file in the place of employment.

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After licensing, the LPN/LVN is permitted to perform complex nursing skills as delegated by the registered nurse (RN) and allowed by the Nurse Practice Act. Delegation is allowed as long as (1) an RN is willing to teach the skill; (2) an RN observes the return demonstration; and (3) an RN documents the teaching or learning process for the LPN/LVN's file in the place of employment. In addition, most Nurse Practice Acts call for direct supervision by RNs for all complex nursing tasks delegated by them.

After Licensing, the LPN/LVN Is Permitted to Perform Complex Nursing