An RN delegates to an experienced LPN/LVN the task of administering oral medications to a group of patients.The RN then observes the LPN/LVN recording a patient's medication administration just before entering the patient's room.What is the RN's initial intervention?
A) Checking the patient's drug packages to ensure that the correct drugs were given.
B) Stopping the LPN/LVN immediately and nonjudgmentally discuss the possible consequences of this action.
C) Contact the nurse manager and ask that the LPN/LVN's license be suspended.
D) Call the pharmacy and ask for replacement medications for the patients.

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The RN should stop the LPN/LVN immediately and discuss the potential consequences of documenting medication administration before actually administering the medications. This is to ensure patient safety and adherence to proper medication administration procedures.

An RN Delegates to an Experienced LPN/LVN the Task of Administering